Reapportionment of Cavite into 8 districts

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Republic Act No. 11069: Reapportionment of Cavite into 8 districts

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Title Supreme Court: Reapportionment of Cavite into 8 districts

Law: Republic Act No. 11069

Decision Date: Sep 14, 2018

Republic Act No. 11069 amends the number of legislative districts in the Province of Cavite, dividing it into eight districts, with each district representing specific cities and municipalities.

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Continuation of Incumbent Representation

Incumbent Representatives of the former Sixth and Seventh Legislative Districts continue to represent their respective districts.
Their tenure lasts until new Representatives are elected and qualified under the new district scheme.

Electoral Administration and Implementation

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is mandated to issue the necessary rules and regulations to implement the reapportionment.
These rules and regulations must be issued within thirty (30) days after the approval of the Act.

Repealing Clause

Republic Act No. 9727 and other laws, regulations, or rules inconsistent with this reapportionment law are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.

Effectivity of the Law

The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

The Act originated in the House of Representatives, was passed and amended by the Senate, and the amendments were concurred by the House.
It was signed into law by the President of the Philippines on September 14, 2018.

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