Practice question
A bill has passed three readings on separate days. Final printed copies were distributed only one day before passage. There is no presidential certification under Section 26(2); the sponsor and Speaker merely declare the measure urgent. Supporters argue compliance with the readings alone is sufficient. Which conclusion is correct?
- The sponsor’s statement automatically replaces presidential certification
- The ordinary three-day final-copy requirement is not satisfied on the stipulated facts
- Final copies are required only after passage
- The Speaker may amend the constitutional distribution period by personal declaration
- Three readings eliminate every other constitutional requirement
Legal references
- 1987 Constitution: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353; Article VI, Section 26(2).
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