PD 826 Section 1

Creation and Organization of Sangguniang Bayan.

Section 1

SECTION 1. Creation and Organization of Sangguniang Bayan.—There shall be a Sangguniang Bayan in every province, city and municipality and for this purpose, the existing provincial boards and city or municipal boards or councils in every province, city or municipality shall be renamed and henceforth be known as "Sangguniang Bayan."

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CitationPD 826 Section 1 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

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