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How Campaigning Starts Tuesday 90-Day Period Kicks Off February 11

The 90-day campaign period for the upcoming May elections has officially begun, commencing on Tuesday, February 11. This critical period will culminate in a series of crucial electoral decisions that will shape the country's political landscape.

During this time, candidates are allowed to campaign and engage with voters, but it is essential that they comply with election laws regarding campaign expenditures. The Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Erwin Garcia has issued a stern warning to all candidates, emphasizing that any violations of these rules could result in disqualification or even imprisonment.

The 45-day campaign period for local election positions will run from March 28 to May 10, excluding Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. Candidates are reminded to remove their campaign materials posted outside designated common poster areas by the start of the campaign period.

Under the Fair Elections Act (Republic Act 9006), Comelec is obligated to issue notices to violators, providing them with a three-day window to take down their illegal posters or face legal sanctions. Similarly, owners of buses featuring illegal campaign posters are liable for posting election propaganda outside common poster areas, public places, or private property without owner consent.

Chairman Garcia has also emphasized the importance of filing statements of contributions and expenditures (SOCE) within 30 days from election day. Winning candidates found to have overspent during the campaign period may be removed from office even if they have already assumed office.

The regulations governing campaign spending are as follows candidates for senators, congressmen, and local officials without a political party can only spend a maximum of P5 per registered voter. If supported by a political party, the limit is P3 per registered voter in the constituency. Independent candidates are allowed to spend up to P5 per registered voter in their constituency.

Political parties are permitted to spend P5 per registered voter in the constituencies where they have official candidates. This amount is separate from the candidates' own spending limits.

To prevent undue influence by wealthy individuals, corporations, or special interest groups, campaign contributions are regulated. Section 82 of the Omnibus Election Code and RA 10730 (Rules and Regulations Implementing the Fair Elections Act) also govern election propaganda for print and broadcast media (radio and television).

In terms of visual materials, posters should not exceed 2 feet by 3 feet in size, while streamers are allowed only for public meetings or rallies and should not exceed 3 feet by 8 inches in size.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil has reaffirmed the PNP's commitment to upholding peace and security during the election period. Any actions that incite violence, intimidate voters, or undermine the electoral process will be met with the full force of the law.

In conclusion, the 90-day campaign period has begun, and it is crucial for candidates to comply with election laws regarding campaign expenditures. The Comelec and PNP are working together to ensure a peaceful and secure electoral process that reflects the democratic values of the Philippines.

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