Reapportionment of Cavite into 7 districts

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Republic Act No. 9727: Reapportionment of Cavite into 7 districts

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Reapportionment of Cavite into 7 districts

Law: Republic Act No. 9727

Decision Date: Oct 22, 2009

Republic Act No. 9727 divides the province of Cavite in the Philippines into seven legislative districts, with each district encompassing specific cities and municipalities, and the reapportionment will be implemented in the next national elections after the law's enactment.

Law Summary

Implementation Rules and Regulations

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is tasked to issue the necessary rules and regulations to effectively implement the reapportionment.

Repealing Clause

All existing laws, rules, or regulations inconsistent with this reapportionment Act are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.

Effectivity of the Act

The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approval and Legislative Process

The Act was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on June 11, 2008, and September 28, 2009, respectively.
It was approved by the President of the Philippines on October 22, 2009.

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