Separation of Lapu-Lapu City as Lone District

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Republic Act No. 9726: Separation of Lapu-Lapu City as Lone District

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Separation of Lapu-Lapu City as Lone District

Law: Republic Act No. 9726

Decision Date: Oct 22, 2009

Republic Act No. 9726 separates the City of Lapu-Lapu from the Sixth Legislative District of the Province of Cebu, creating its own Lone Legislative District with its own representative, while ensuring continuity of representation for the Sixth Legislative District during the transition period.

Law Summary

Representation of the Sixth Legislative District Post-Separation

The current incumbent representative of the Sixth Legislative District of Cebu continues to serve as its representative.
This representation persists until a new representative for the Lone Legislative District of Lapu-Lapu is duly elected and qualified.

Implementation and Rules

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is tasked with formulating and issuing the necessary rules and regulations to effectively implement this separation.

Repealing Provisions

Existing laws, rules, and regulations that are inconsistent with this Act are repealed, amended, or modified to align with the provisions of this law.

Effectivity of the Act

The Act becomes effective fifteen (15) days after its publication.
Publication must be made in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation as a precondition for effectivity.

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