Creation of Municipality of Matanao, Davao

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Republic Act No. 1902: Creation of Municipality of Matanao, Davao

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Title Supreme Court: Creation of Municipality of Matanao, Davao

Law: Republic Act No. 1902

Decision Date: Jun 22, 1957

Republic Act No. 1902 established the Municipality of Matanao in the Province of Davao, separating several barrios from the Municipality of Bansalan and appointing the first set of officials to hold office until the next general election.

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Appointment of Initial Officials

The first municipal officials—mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors—are to be appointed by the President of the Philippines.
These officials will serve until their successors are elected in the next general election for provincial and municipal positions.
The officials must duly qualify after their election to assume office.

Effectivity

The Act takes effect immediately upon approval.
It was approved on June 22, 1957, making the creation of the municipality and appointment provisions operative from that date.

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