Local Government Code of 1991 - Republic Act No. 7160

These flashcards cover essential definitions and concepts from the Local Government Code of 1991, focusing on the powers, responsibilities, qualifications, and regulations governing local officials.

General Welfare (Sec. 16)

The statutory grant of police power to Local Government Units (LGUs) to ensure and support the preservation of culture, promote health and safety, enhance ecology, and maintain public order.

Basic Services and Facilities (Sec. 17)

Local government units must exercise powers to efficiently provide services like agricultural support, health and social welfare, solid waste management, infrastructure, and other community needs.

Eminent Domain (Sec. 19)

The power exercised by a local government unit to take private property for public use with just compensation.

Reclassification of Lands (Sec. 20)

Process allowing a city or municipality to change the classification of agricultural lands for other economic uses, contingent on public hearings.

Closure and Opening of Roads (Sec. 21)

Local government units may temporarily or permanently close or open public roads within their jurisdiction via an ordinance.

Authority Over Police Units (Sec. 6, Art. XVI)

Establishes that a national police force is to be maintained under a national police commission, with local executives having law-granted oversight.

Qualifications for Local Officials (Sec. 39)

Criteria for candidacy including age, citizenship, residency, and literacy requirements for local official positions.

Disqualifications (Sec. 40)

Criteria establishing who cannot run for elective local positions, including moral turpitude offenses and dual citizenship.

Permanent Vacancies (Sec. 44)

Circumstances under which vice local officials or higher-ranking Sanggunian members assume office when vacancies occur.

Grounds for Disciplinary Actions (Sec. 60)

Listed offenses that may lead to the discipline, suspension, or removal of an elective local official.

Prohibited Business and Pecuniary Interest (Sec. 60)

Refers to laws preventing local officials from engaging in business transactions with their own local government unit.

Practice of Profession (Sec. 90)

Regulations outlining what local officials can or cannot do regarding their professions while in office, including prohibitions on practicing during session hours.