The said degree renamed the provincial boards and city and municipal councils into Sangguniang Bayan and increased the membership of the local councils. Sangguniang Bayan representatives were also considered as members of the Batasang Bayan.
A significant change occurred when this degree was implemented, transforming provincial boards and city and municipal councils into Sangguniang Bayan and expanding their representation. As a result, Sangguniang Bayan members were also considered integral to the Batasang Bayan.