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House all geared up to canvass votes for president, VP
The canvassing of votes for president and vice president in the May 9 elections is scheduled to commence on May 24 and conclude on May 27.
House and Senate officials convened online to discuss logistical arrangements for the canvassing process.
Key agreements included the transfer of ballot boxes containing Certificates of Canvass and Election Returns from the Senate to the House on May 23.
The Consolidation and Canvassing System machine will be moved to the Plenary Hall on May 24 before the joint session begins.
Canvassing is set to start at 2 p.m. on May 24, and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on May 25 to May 27.
The 1987 Constitution mandates that the Senate President open all certificates in a joint public session of the Senate and House within 30 days after Election Day.
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