Title
Creation of Municipality of Silago, Southern Leyte
Law
Republic Act No. 5962
Decision Date
Jun 21, 1969
Republic Act No. 5962 establishes the Municipality of Silago in Southern Leyte, Philippines, defining its boundaries and acquisition of corporate existence, with the seat of government located in the barrio of Silago.
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Corporate Existence and Governance

  • The Municipality of Silago shall gain legal existence upon the election and qualification of its first set of municipal officials: mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors.
  • These officials are to be elected during the next scheduled general elections for local officials following the enactment of the law.
  • Until the new municipal officials are elected and qualified, the municipal officials of the mother municipality, Hinunangan, will continue to hold office and manage election duties as prescribed by the Revised Election Code.

Effectivity

  • The law takes effect immediately upon its approval.
  • The act was enacted without the President's executive approval on June 21, 1969, indicating legislative passage despite the absence of executive sanction.

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