Practice question
Under Matibag, which event differs from a final CA disapproval on the merits?
- The CA expressly withholds consent after deliberation
- The CA leaves the appointment unacted upon when Congress adjourns
- A final CA rejection of the appointee
- An express disapproval on qualifications
- A final negative merits decision
Legal references
- Matibag v. Benipayo, G.R. No. 149036, April 2, 2002, main decision: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2002/apr2002/gr_149036_2002.html; main decision on disapproval, bypass and renewal.
- 1987 Constitution: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353; Article VII Section 16.
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