The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday expressed support to proposed measures seeking to modify rules on the substitution of candidates, which are currently vague, complicated or geared towards political dynasties. READ:
“The commission fully supports the passage of said bills. This will effectively improve our electoral system,” Comelec Law Department Head Albert Rodriguez said during a committee hearing on Senate Bill 2439 and SB 2461, which will amend the Omnibus Election Code.
SB 2461, on the other hand, will require that the substitute candidate be a member of the same political party at the time of filing of the certificate of candidacy. Any misrepresentation as to party membership can be a ground for cancellation. He also argued against the provision that the substitute candidate must be of the same family name as the original candidate.
The responsibility of informing the public about the new candidate should be on the political party, he said.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Candidates who snub Comelec debates will be banned from e-rallies - BusinessWorld OnlineThe Commission on Elections (Comelec) will block candidates from electronic rallies on its Facebook page if they do not attend the debates organized by the poll body for the May 9 elections. READ:
Read more »
Lacson says amended Foreign Investments Act has safeguards for micro, small entrepreneurs - BusinessWorld OnlinePresidential aspirant and Senator Panfilo M. Lacson, Sr. on Tuesday assured micro and small enterprises that there are provisions in the new law that relaxes restrictions on foreign investments to protect their sector. READ:
Read more »
Bill filed to lure more private sector participation in agri enterprise development - BusinessWorld OnlineSenator Francis “Kiko” N. Pangilinan, a vice-presidential candidate, on Monday filed a bill that seeks to increase incentives to private businesses participating in enterprise development programs for farmers and fisherfolk. READ:
Read more »
The law of unintended consequences in the US-Russia economic war - BusinessWorld OnlineWhile the shooting war is limited to Russia and Ukraine, the US-led economic war against Russia is unlimited in its impact on the global economy, especially in energy products, crops, and mining products.
Read more »
Who is Saidamen Pangarungan, the new Comelec chairman?While he is not a career official who rose from the Comelec ranks unlike some of the present Comelec commissioners, Pangarungan is a lawyer with years of experience in government, from appointive to elective positions. PHVote WeDecide READ:
Read more »
How PSEi member stocks performed — March 8, 2022 - BusinessWorld OnlineHere’s a quick glance at how PSEi stocks fared on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. READ:
Read more »