Reapportion South Cotabato into 3 districts

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Republic Act No. 11804: Reapportion South Cotabato into 3 districts

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Reapportion South Cotabato into 3 districts

Law: Republic Act No. 11804

Decision Date: Jun 2, 2022

Republic Act No. 11804 reapportions South Cotabato and creates three legislative districts, including a separate district for General Santos City, with incumbent representatives continuing to serve until the end of their term.

Separation of General Santos City as a Lone Legislative District

The City of General Santos is separated from the Third Legislative District.
General Santos shall constitute its own lone legislative district.

Representation of Existing Districts

Incumbent representatives of the current First and Second districts continue their terms until expiration.

Role of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)

COMELEC must issue implementing rules and regulations for this reapportionment within 30 days after the law takes effect.

Repeal of Previous Legislation

Republic Act No. 11243 is repealed.
Any other laws or rules inconsistent with this Act are repealed or amended accordingly.

Effectivity of the Act

The Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

Originated in the House of Representatives, passed on September 15, 2021.
Amended and concurred by the Senate and the House respectively in early 2022.
Became law by lapse of time without the President’s signature on June 2, 2022, pursuant to the Constitution.

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