Barangay Captain Authorized to Administer Oaths

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Republic Act No. 10755: Barangay Captain Authorized to Administer Oaths

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Barangay Captain Authorized to Administer Oaths

Law: Republic Act No. 10755

Decision Date: Mar 29, 2016

Republic Act No. 10755 grants the Punong Barangay the authority to administer the oath of office of any government official, including the President of the Philippines, expanding their powers to include the administration of oaths.

Law Summary

Inclusion of Punong Barangay

The key amendment authorizes the punong barangay (barangay captain) to administer the oath of office of any government official.
This includes the oath of office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines.

Amendment and Repeal Clause

All existing laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Act are amended, repealed, or modified accordingly to conform with this new authority.

Effectivity of the Law

The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation, ensuring public notification and legal enforcement from that point forward.

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