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Omnibus Election Code

The Omnibus Election Code is a key legal framework governing elections in the Philippines, outlining rules on campaign financing, candidate qualifications, and election procedures. It prohibits government contractors from making political donations and sets guidelines for the disqualification of candidates who violate election laws. Recent rulings and investigations highlight its role in ensuring fair and lawful elections.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sat, December 6, 2025 at 1:10 AM

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Recent developments on Omnibus Election Code

Thu, December 4, 2025 at 8:55 PM

SC rules votes for nuisance candidates are stray

The Supreme Court has ruled that votes for a declared nuisance candidate under the automated election system (AES) will be considered stray and will not be counted for any candidate.

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 5:51 PM

Carpio: 1987 Constitution clear on presidential succession

Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio asserted that the 1987 Constitution clearly outlines the line of presidential succession, leaving no room for unconstitutional actions.

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 3:54 PM

BIR to probe Centerways Construction president over P30M donation to Chiz Escudero

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) will investigate the tax returns of Lawrence Lubiano, president of Centerways Construction and Development Inc., following his P30 million donation to Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero's 2022 senatorial campaign.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 12:58 PM

Comelec terminates probe into P30M donation for Chiz Escudero's bid

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has terminated its investigation into Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero and contractor Lawrence Lubiano regarding a P30 million donation for Escudero's 2022 senatorial bid.

Wed, November 5, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Comelec issues show-cause orders to 27 contractors for alleged election donations

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued show-cause orders (SCO) to 27 government contractors who allegedly made donations to candidates during the 2022 elections.

Wed, October 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM

Comelec to issue show-cause orders to 27 govt contractors for alleged illegal poll donations

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is preparing to issue show-cause orders to 27 government contractors suspected of making illegal campaign donations during the 2022 elections.

Mon, October 20, 2025 at 1:09 PM

Comelec probes 6 senatorial bets over contractor donations

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is investigating six senatorial candidates from the 2025 May midterm elections for allegedly receiving campaign donations from contractors.

Thu, October 16, 2025 at 4:47 PM

Comelec flags 21 gov't contractors for possible illegal poll donations

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has identified 21 government contractors who may have donated funds to eight candidates in the 2025 midterm elections.

Wed, October 15, 2025 at 5:20 PM

SC reverses Comelec disqualification of Rep. Erice

The Supreme Court (SC) has reversed a Commission on Elections (Comelec) ruling that disqualified Caloocan City 2nd District Rep. Edgar Erice from running in the 2025 elections.

Tue, October 14, 2025 at 1:23 PM

Escudero legal counsel denies illegal campaign donation

Senator Chiz Escudero's legal counsel submitted a response to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) regarding a P30 million campaign donation.