Commission on Elections Chairman George Garcia has expressed concerns regarding the legislative delay of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections. With the official filing period for candidates originally set to commence on September 28, 2026, the poll body requires definitive legal instructions to manage its operational timeline effectively. Garcia emphasized the necessity of having a clear mandate enacted before the filing window opens to avoid administrative complications. The commission is currently awaiting formal legislative action to resolve the uncertainty surrounding the election schedule, as the current situation poses logistical challenges for the agency's preparations.
Source : The Manila Times
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