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Se. 13. Procedure in Local Initiative. - (a) Not less than two thousand (2,000) registered voters in case of autonomous regions, one thousand (1,000) in case of provinces and cities, one hundred (100) in case of municipalities, and fifty (50) in case of barangays, may file a petition with the Regional Assembly or local legislative body, respectively, proposing the adoption, enactment, repeal, or amendment, of any law, ordinance or resolution.
(b) If no favorable action thereon is made by local legislative body within (30) days from its presentation, the proponents through their duly authorized and registered representative may invoke their power of initiative, giving notice thereof to the local legislative body concerned. Chan robles virtual law library
(c) The proposition shall be numbered serially starting from one (1). The Secretary of Local Government or his designated representative shall extend assistance in the formulation of the proposition.
(d) Two or more propositions may be submitted in an initiative. Chan robles virtual law library
(e) Proponents shall have one hundred twenty (120) days in case of autonomous regions, ninety (90) days in case of provinces and cities, sixty (60) days in case of municipalities, and thirty (30) days in case of barangays, from notice mentioned in subsection (b) hereof to collect the required number of signatures.
(f) The petition shall be signed before the Election Registrar, or his designated representative, in the presence of a representative of the proponent, and a representative of the regional assemblies and local legislative bodies concerned in a public place in the autonomous region or local government unit, as the case may be. Signature stations may be established in as many places as may be warranted.
(g) Upon the lapse of the period herein provided, the Commission on Elections, through its office in the local government unit concerned shall certify as to whether or not the required number of signatures has been obtained. Failure to obtain the required number is a defeat of the proposition.
(h) If the required number of the signatures is obtained, the Commission shall then set a date for the initiative at which the proposition shall be submitted to the registered voters in the local government unit concerned for their approval within ninety (90) days from the date of certification by the Commission, as provided in subsection (g) hereof, in case of autonomous regions, sixty (60) days in case of the provinces and cities, forty-five (45) days in case of municipalities, and thirty (30) days in case of barangays. The initiative shall then be held on the date set, after which the results thereof shall be certified and proclaimed by the Commission on Elections.
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Prevent Japanese intervention in its neighboring island of the Philippines?
Relations between peoples is best handled by the process of diplomacy using skilled diplomats.
How many people are living in the Philippines?
peoples lives in the Philippines is about 96 million
What is the DepEd united nations month theme 2012 in the Philippines?
multicultural initiative for global challenges
What is the purpose of initiative process?
The initiative allowed reformers to bypass lawmakers by putting legislation directly before the voters
Rich peoples from the Philippines....?
well done you can speak English
What is the best description of an initiative?
An initiative is a petition process whereby the people can start legislation that is eventually voted on by the people. Note: There are other meanings of initiative. For example: The young girl showed great initiative in welcoming the new students from Columbia.
Which is not a process of direct democracy initiative impeachment recall referendum?
impeachemnt
What is the 3 step initiative process in California?
process in which citizens may propose laws and then submit them directly to the voters
What were the Philippines originally called?
The Philippines were originally called the "Islands of Maharlika" by the indigenous peoples before being colonized by Spain in the 16th century.
What is a ballot initiative?
A ballot initiative is a process that allows citizens to propose legislation or constitutional amendments and vote on them directly. Typically, proponents must gather a certain number of signatures from registered voters to qualify the initiative for inclusion on a ballot during an election. If the initiative receives a majority of votes, it becomes law. This process empowers voters to influence policy and address issues that may not be adequately represented by elected officials.
What the reason of lack of peace and order in my country the Philippines?
** Lack of discipline ..** Lack of initiative ..** has colonial mentality ..** has the attitude to be selfish ..** Lack of self analysis ..
What is the theme of the united nation day year 2007 in the Philippines?
Strengthening Partnerships in Development for Indigenous Peoples,"
