Apportionment of Cagayan de Oro's Lone District

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Republic Act No. 9371: Apportionment of Cagayan de Oro's Lone District

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Title Supreme Court: Apportionment of Cagayan de Oro's Lone District

Law: Republic Act No. 9371

Decision Date: Feb 22, 2007

The lone legislative district of Cagayan de Oro is restructured into two distinct districts, comprising specific barangays, to take effect in the next national elections.

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Implementation and Rules

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is mandated to issue the necessary rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act.
This includes guidelines for the conduct of elections in the newly apportioned districts.

Repealing Clause

Any existing laws, rules, or regulations that conflict with the provisions of this Act are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
This ensures legal consistency and the effective application of the new district apportionment.

Effectivity

The Act takes effect 15 days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
This provision assures public awareness before the Act becomes operative.

Legislative Process and Approval

The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate on November 14, 2006, and February 7, 2007, respectively.
It was approved by the President of the Philippines on February 22, 2007.
Official signatories include the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Secretaries of both Houses.

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