HB 4889

House·20th Congress·Filed Sep 24, 2025

An Act Converting the Municipality of Kalibo in the Province of Aklan into a Component City to Be Known as Kalibo City

In plain language

The proposal would turn the town of Kalibo into Kalibo City, giving it more local control, a larger share of national taxes, and the ability to run city‑level services.

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Author · Representative

Jesus "Jess" R. MarquezReceipts →

Official sources

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An Act Converting the Municipality of Kalibo in the Province of Aklan into a Component City to Be Known as Kalibo City

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