SC upholds extension of village, SK officials' terms until 2028
The Philippine Supreme Court has upheld a law extending the terms of village and youth council officials until 2028. The court rejected arguments that the extension violated the right to vote, clarifying that the law is a term-fixing measure rather than an election postponement.
Why it matters
This ruling solidifies the tenure of local government officials and clarifies the legislative power of Congress regarding election schedules.
MANILA, Philippines - The Supreme Court has upheld a law allowing incumbent village (barangay) officials and youth council (Sangguniang Kabataan) members elected in October 2023 to remain in office until their successors are elected in November 2028, rejecting a challenge that the extended tenure violates the people's right to vote.In a decision written by Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda, who on Friday took his oath as chief justice, the high court dismissed a petition filed by election lawyer Romulo Macalintal questioning the constitutionality of Republic Act 12326.Enacted on Sept. 24, 2026, the law increased the terms of village officials from four years to five years and reduced the maximum number of consecutive terms they may serve from three to two.
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