The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has announced a three-day filing period, from July 15-17, 2026, for candidates seeking to compete in a special election for Dasmariñas, Cavite’s lone congressional district. This election is necessitated by the recent expulsion of former representative Kiko Barzaga. The special elections themselves are scheduled for August 29, 2026. Interested candidates will need to submit their certificates of candidacy (COCs) during the designated timeframe. Comelec’s announcement provides a formal start to the process of finding a replacement for Barzaga. The upcoming election will determine who will represent the district in the Philippine Congress. Further details regarding eligibility requirements and the filing process will be released by Comelec.