Creation of Zamboanga City's 2nd Legislative District

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Republic Act No. 9269: Creation of Zamboanga City's 2nd Legislative District

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Creation of Zamboanga City's 2nd Legislative District

Law: Republic Act No. 9269

Decision Date: Mar 19, 2004

Republic Act No. 9269 created a second legislative district in the City of Zamboanga, with specific barangays assigned to each district, and established guidelines for resolving boundary disputes and electing representatives.

Law Summary

Election of Representatives

For the 2004 elections, the entire City of Zamboanga will elect only one representative.
This single representative will serve to represent the whole city until subsequent regular elections.
From the election immediately following 2004, each legislative district will elect its own representative separately.

Implementation and Enforcement

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is mandated to issue the necessary rules and regulations for implementing the provisions of this Act.

Repealing Clause

All laws, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Act are amended, repealed, or modified accordingly to conform with this legislation.

Effectivity

The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.

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