Order of Succession After President and Vice-President
- First successor: President of the Senate.
- If the President of the Senate is unavailable due to removal, death, resignation, or inability to act, the next successor is the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
- If both the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House are unavailable under the same conditions, a Senator or Representative elected by the Members of Congress in a joint session will act as President.
- The acting President serves until the qualified President, President-elect, Vice-President, or Vice-President-elect assumes office or until the disability is removed.
Temporary and Acting Capacity of Successors
- The successors listed act only temporarily as President.
- Their role is to maintain the functions of the Presidency during transitional periods.
- This arrangement ensures no vacancy or leadership vacuum in the executive branch.
Repeal of Previous Laws
- Commonwealth Act Numbered Sixty-eight is repealed.
- Executive Order Numbered Three hundred and ninety is also repealed.
- This Act supersedes previous legislation concerning presidential succession.
Effectivity Clause
- The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
- Ensures the provisions are operational without delay for government continuity.
Legal Significance
- Provides a codified, clear, and hierarchical structure for presidential succession.
- Addresses contingencies where highest offices are unfilled or incapacitated.
- Maintains stability and orderly governance during crises affecting the executive leadership.