Philippine Citizenship to Alexia Melamie Blanco Llacuno

Senate Offiep of the Serretarp TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) First Regular Session 26 JAN 26 P12 :54 SENATE RECEIVED BY: S. No. 1677 Introduced by Senator PIA S. CAYETANO AN ACT GRANTING PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP TO ALEXIA MELANIE BLANCO LLACUNO EXPLANATORY NOTE This proposed bill seeks to grant Philippine citizenship to Alexia Melanie Blanco Lacuno, a talented football player whose dedication and athletic excellence make her a valuable addition to the Philippine women's national football team, the Filipinas. Born in Valladolid, Spain, Llacuno remains deeply connected to her Filipino heritage through her mother, who was born and raised in the Philippines. This instilled in her a profound appreciation for Filipino culture and values, fueling her ambition to represent the country on the international stage. She brings invaluable international experience as a professional player for CA Osasuna Femenino, Spain's second-tier league. During the 2023-2024 season, she demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, contributing goals and consistent performances that will aid in elevating the national team in its competitive pursuits. Her commitment to join the Philippine women's football team became evident when she actively participated in the identification camp held in Orange County, California, leading to her selection for the national training pool. This reflects not only her high skill level and work ethic but also her sincere desire to contribute meaningfully to the Filipinas' continuing ascent in football.

Her passion and discipline position her as a significant asset to the national program, especially as the Filipinas continue to achieve more historic feats for the nation. In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. Pia S. Caytano N PIA S. CAY TANO

Scinte TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE Office of the Secretary REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES First Regular Session JAN 26 P12:54 SENATE RECEIVED BY: S. No. 1677 Introduced by Senator PIA S. CAYETANO AN ACT GRANTING PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP TO ALEXIA MELANIE BLANCO LLACUNO Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:

Section 1. Grant of Philippine Citizenship to Alexia Melanie Blanco Llacuno. -

2 Alexia Melanie Blanco Llacuno is hereby granted Philippine citizenship with all the rights, privileges, and prerogatives, as well as the duties and obligations appurtenant 4 thereto under the Constitution and the laws of the Republic of the Philippines.

Sec. 2. Oath of Allegiance. - Alexia Melanie Blanco Llacuno shall take the Oath

of Allegiance before an officer duly authorized to administer the same. The Oath of Allegiance shall be registered with the Bureau of Immigration.

Sec. 3. Certificate of Naturalization and Enjoyment of Philippine Citizenship. -

9 Upon registration of the Oath of Allegiance, the Bureau of Immigration shall issue a Certificate of Naturalization to Alexia Melanie Blanco Llacuno who shall thereupon enter into the full enjoyment of Philippine Citizenship.

Sec. 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following

its complete publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation. Approved,