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Senator Bong Go lauded the Senate’s approval on the third and final reading of several landmark bills aimed at expanding the Judicial system by creating new branches of Regional Trial Courts (RTC) and Municipal Trial Courts (MTC) nationwide. Senator Francis Tolentino is the principal sponsor of the measures. These bills, co-sponsored by Go, signify a […]
Senator Grace Poe warned the water shortage being felt in a number of provinces could happen anew if the management of water resources is not addressed. “Tagtuyot ngayon, baha naman sigurado sa susunod na buwan. Tila ito na ang reyalidad para sa ating mga kababayan taon-taon na lang,” Poe said as she presides over the […]
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda recognized the vital connection between history, food, and culture, as it influences homes, communities, and the entire nation. “Food is pamana. It is our rich cultural heritage,” Legarda said during the opening ceremony of Hapag Pamana in Antique. “Food sustains us, identifies us, and connects us as a nation.” […]
Senator Mark Villar promoted the need to keep road user safe as the country celebrates Road Safety Month this May. The Presidential Proclamation No. 115-A declares the month of May as Road Safety Month to promote road safety and raise awareness of the health impact and economic costs involved. “We are also advocating for increased […]
As the world celebrated Nurse Day, Senator Bong Go extended appreciation to Filipino nurses, here and abroad, for their tireless service and dedication. Go was invited to be a speaker for Philippine Nurses Association’s (PNA) 8th Summer Conference with the theme “Our Nurses, Our Future: The Economic Power of Care”. The event offered a vibrant […]
Senator Mark Villar raised concerns about the extreme heat conditions affecting the country, citing the cases of heat-induced accidents and deaths, particularly that of construction workers, enforcers, and similar workers who spend long periods of time under the sun. “Nakakabahala na po ang heat index natin ngayon dahil talagang marami na ang naapektuhan. We received […]
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda lauded the City of Malabon, which celebrated its 423rd founding anniversary this year, for properly combining its rich past with forward-thinking policies. “Malabon boasts a rich cultural heritage, renowned not only for its famous Pancit Malabon but also for its historical treasures,” said Legarda in a speech during the […]
As the Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Trade, Commerce, and Entrepreneurship, Senator Mark Villar led the public hearing of the amendment to the Intellectual Property Code, particularly on empowering the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) with additional powers. “The bills we are hearing today are aiming to empower the Intellectual Property Office […]
Senator Risa Hontiveros urged the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to work with Land Bank of the Philippines and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) to purchase modern PUVs to be leased to consolidated transport cooperatives to make up for the transport shortage the government has created due to the PUV Modernization Program. “This drastic […]
Senator Robin Padilla made clear his advocacy for responsible gun ownership by launching a four-day shootfest at Camp Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City. Padilla, a gun enthusiast, also said he hopes “The Robinhood Padilla Cup (First Mistah Shootfest)” will also help rebel returnees reintegrate into society, as organizers planned for proceeds of the event to […]