Bicam Ratifies Barangay Term Extension: 4 Years, 3 Terms for Barangay Officials, 2026 Elections Set

A significant milestone in local governance has been reached as the Bicameral Conference Committee ratified the consolidated Senate Bill No. 2816 and House Bill No. 11287, finalizing the proposal to extend the term of barangay officials.

Under the ratified measure, barangay captains and kagawads will now serve for four (4) years per term, up to a maximum of three consecutive terms. Meanwhile, Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials will serve a single four-year term. This development aims to strengthen continuity in leadership and enable more sustainable community programs.

The next Barangay and SK Elections are officially scheduled for the first Monday of November 2026, providing barangay leaders with ample time to complete projects and deliver meaningful results to their constituents.

What now remains is the signature of the President, which will officially enact the ratified bill into law.

The Liga ng mga Barangay sa Pilipinas expressed its heartfelt gratitude to both houses of Congress for their unwavering support. Special thanks were extended to House Speaker Martin Romualdez and Senator Imee Marcos, principal authors of the measures, as well as to Congressman Sandro Marcos and former DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos for their dedicated advocacy, especially during the crucial stages of deliberation.

Liga National President Jessica Dy welcomed the ratification as a “tremendous blessing” for barangay officials nationwide. She emphasized that the extension is not merely a political development but a chance for local leaders to maximize their service and pursue long-term projects that uplift communities.

“This victory is for every barangay official who works tirelessly for their constituents. We are grateful for the solidarity, prayers, and support that made this possible. With longer terms, we can plan, implement, and sustain programs that will have lasting impact,” President Dy said.

The measure addresses long-standing concerns that the previous two-year term hindered continuity and often left barangay leaders with limited time to fully implement their projects. With this reform, the Liga hopes to see stronger, more resilient, and more empowered barangays across the nation.