BSKE reset, 5-year term bill transmitted to Palace -- Win Gatchalian

GMA Network - Sep 24, 2026

The proposed measure seeking to postpone the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) and allow five-year terms for barangay officials has been transmitted to Malacañang, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian said Thursday.

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