Declaration of Barrios as Barangays

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PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 557: Declaration of Barrios as Barangays

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Declaration of Barrios as Barangays

Law: Presidential Decree No. 557

Decision Date: Sep 21, 1974

Presidential Decree No. 557 declares all barrios in the Philippines as Barangays, increasing community participation in government affairs and transferring powers and responsibilities to the Barangay assemblies, councils, and officials.

Law Summary

Adoption of the Barangay Charter

Republic Act No. 3590, known as the Revised Barrio Charter, is adopted as the official Barangay Charter.
This establishes the legal framework and governance structure for Barangays.

Transfer of Powers and Responsibilities

All powers and rights previously held and exercised by barrio assemblies, councils, and officials per RA No. 3590 and other laws now vest in Barangay assemblies, councils, and officials.
Duties and responsibilities formerly assigned to barrio officials are now incumbent upon the corresponding Barangay officials and bodies.

Renaming of Officials

The officials of the barrio are retitled as follows:
- Barrio Captain becomes Barangay Captain
- Barrio Councilmen become Barangay Councilmen
- Barrio Secretary becomes Barangay Secretary
- Barrio Treasurer becomes Barangay Treasurer

Effectivity

The decree takes immediate effect upon approval.
Enacted by the President of the Philippines on September 21, 1974, providing legal continuity and administrative clarity in local governance units.

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