What legislation is Congress mandated to enact regarding the structure of local governments? The Congress is constitutionally required to enact a comprehensive local government code for the country. This code is intended to establish a more responsive and accountable local government structure through a system of decentralization. It provides the legal basis for the allocation of powers, responsibilities, and resources among various local units. The mandate directing the legislature to pass this important measure is found in Article X, Section 3, 1987 Philippine Constitution. “SECTION 3. The Congress shall enact a local government code which shall provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure instituted through a system of decentralization…” 06-Mar-26 About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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