SB 1925

Senate·20th Congress·Filed Mar 3, 2026

Temporary Vacancy or Incapacity of the Vice Local Chief Executive (New Provision)

An Act Providing for a New Provision Governing Temporary Vacancy or Temporary Incapacity in the Office of the Vice-Local Chief Executive, Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7160, Otherwise Known as the Local Government Code of 1991

In plain language

The bill would let the top‑ranked council member temporarily act as vice‑governor or vice‑mayor when that office is vacant or the incumbent is temporarily unable to serve, and sets rules for how that temporary role ends.

Local GovernmentPublic Order and Safety

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Author · Senator

Jinggoy Ejercito EstradaReceipts →

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SBN-1925 · Sources: BatasWatch