House approves anti-dynasty bill on third and final reading

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed on third and final reading a bill barring second-degree relatives from holding public office simultaneously, advancing the proposal further than any similar effort since the 1987 Constitution prohibited political dynasties. With 267 lawmakers voting in favor, 20 against and seven abstaining, the lower chamber approved Bill No. 8389, which bars spouses and relatives of up to a second degree of consanguinity and affinity from occupying elected posts at the same time amid calls for a wider scope. “We now call upon our counterparts in the Senate to swiftly approve this […]...

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