Practice question
Assume a hypothetical Senate of twenty-four sitting members, with no vacancies or other exclusions. Eighteen attend a disciplinary vote, and twelve vote to expel a Senator. Supporters say twelve is two-thirds of those present. Is the vote sufficient? Explain.
Legal references
- 1987 Constitution, Article VI, Sections 16, 23(1) and 27(1): https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353; Section 16(2)–(3).
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