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The Senate passed on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 1432 or the People’s Freedom of Information Act seeking to provide the public with easy access to official government records, documents, and research data. Once enacted, the bill will expand Executive Order No. 2 issued by former President Rodrigo Duterte, which recognizes the people’s […]
In celebration of Labor Day, Senator Mark Villar led the successful Markabuhayan Job Fair 2026 held recently at SM City Taytay, bringing together job seekers, employers, government services, and beneficiaries of welfare assistance programs. Hundreds of applicants participated in the one-day event, exploring employment opportunities across various industries. Alongside the job fair, welfare assistance was […]
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano reiterated his call for a living wage for Filipino workers, stressing that true recovery must be anchored on dignity and fairness in the labor sector. In his message on Labor Day 2026, Cayetano emphasized his vision of a just and humane society as embodied in the Constitution. The veteran […]
Senator Mark Villar highlighted the growing impact of the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA), citing recent arrests and convictions as clear proof that the law is effectively being enforced to combat online financial crimes and protect Filipino consumers. “As the Principal Sponsor and Author of the AFASA Law, I am encouraged that we are now […]
Senator Camille Villar, the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, reaffirmed her push for circular and renewable energy solutions as she joined the launch of the biomass facility of Nestlé Philippines in Cabuyao, Laguna—highlighting the role of sustainable industrial practices in strengthening energy resilience and supporting local communities. “In […]
“Filipinos are at a disadvantage because of this existing Oil Deregulation Law.” This was the statement of Senator Erwin Tulfo in an interview pressing on the seemingly arbitrary spike in oil prices in the country amid the Middle East tensions. “The government is limited by the law from controlling or dictating oil prices.” “The government […]
Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a bill that prohibits children below 16 years of age from registering, accessing, or maintaining accounts on any social media platform. “Panahon na upang protektahan ang ating mga kabataan mula sa pinsalang dulot ng social media. Huwag na nating hintaying lumala ang problema bago tayo umaksyon,” said Gatchalian in filing […]
Senator Win Gatchalian renewed his push for the enactment of the proposed Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Act, following the week-long fire that engulfed the Navotas sanitary landfill, saying the incident underscores the urgent need for the country to have sustainable waste management solutions. “Hindi na tayo maaaring manatiling nakaasa sa mga tambakan ng basura na naglalagay sa […]
Senator Mark Villar has filed Senate Bill No. 2048, or the “Boosted Technology Subsidy (BTS) for Students and Learners Act,” a measure aimed at expanding digital access and equipping Filipino students with the tools they need to succeed in a technology-driven learning environment. The proposed measure seeks to provide qualified beneficiaries enrolled in public schools, […]
Instead of scrapping youth leadership bodies like the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK), Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano is calling for stronger reforms, saying programs like student councils and youth governance remain essential in shaping future leaders. Speaking before students at the Cebu Technological University, Cayetano stressed that the issue is not the existence of youth […]