Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 45)
The main purpose of Republic Act No. 45 is to fix the date of the regular elections for elective provincial, city, and municipal offices and for the election of eight Senators whose terms will expire on December 30, 1947.
Regular elections are to be held on the second Tuesday of November 1947 and on the same day every four years thereafter.
The officials elected shall assume office on the first day of January following the election.
The officials shall hold office for four years or until their successors have been duly elected and qualified.
The election of the eight Senators who will succeed those whose terms expire on December 30, 1947.
Yes, RA No. 45 repeals all laws or parts thereof that are inconsistent with its provisions.
The Act took effect upon its approval on October 3, 1946.
Elective provincial, city, and municipal offices throughout the Philippines.
Fixing a specific election date ensures a uniform election schedule for all local elective positions, facilitating organized and predictable governance transitions.
Every four years on the second Tuesday of November.