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The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) confirmed that the current budgetary cost for the New Senate Building (NSB) is now higher than the estimates provided by Senators Alan Peter Cayetano and Nancy Binay. “Ito po problema, nung sinubmit niyo additional submissions niyo, luma na ang presyo. Meaning that lagpas na sa P23 billion […]
Senator Robin Padilla wants the Department of Health (DOH) to foster and strengthen international collaboration with its foreign counterparts to harness expertise and expand research and development for using medical cannabis. Padilla filed Senate Resolution 1066 where he noted some nations have developed fully regulated markets such as taxed and regulated frameworks for retail distribution […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano hailed the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between Japan and the Philippines as a “positive step” for military cooperation. At the same time, Cayetano also highlighted the potential challenges of the complex agreement. “It’s good to have allies,” the veteran legislator said. “But the question is saan mo gagamitin ang cooperation na […]
“Will you create anything na walang purpose?” This was the thought-provoking question posed by Senator Alan Peter Cayetano as he addressed the 600 graduates of the International Electronics and Technical Institute, Inc. (IETI) during their 57th commencement exercise recently. “I say this to make you realize that at one point in time, you will start […]
To learn about the rich diversity of bird species in our region is important to preserve their natural habitats for future generations, Senator Cynthia Villar said. As the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change, Villar said she fully supports activities that promote conservation and preservation awareness of our animals and […]
Senator Bong Go, popularly known as “Mr. Malasakit” for his compassion towards the poor, continues his feeding program in public hospitals, especially those with Malasakit Centers. Go emphasized the importance of proper nutrition to protect one’s health and wellbeing. After receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback from the beneficiaries, the legislator is committed to sustaining this initiative, recognizing […]
Senate Accounts Committee chair Senator Alan Peter Cayetano reaffirmed the rigorous and independent nature of the ongoing review of the New Senate Building (NSB), in response to concerns raised by former Senator Panfilo Lacson about its negative public perception. “The conduct of the NSB review is factual and independent. Hindi pwede ang suspicion, speculation, assumption, […]
Senator Loren Legarda commended the appointment of Senator Sonny Angara as the new Education Secretary. Legarda highlighted Angara’s dedication and efficiency, emphasizing his commitment to addressing the needs and welfare of the Filipino youth. Angara, whose second six-year term as senator expires in 2025, will succeed Vice President Sara Duterte for the post. “I would […]
Senator Koko Pimentel and Special Envoy Kat Pimentel, in collaboration with Manila Doctors Hospital, conducted the Marikina Multi-Specialty Medical Mission and Surgical Screening, benefiting more than 1,600 patients. The medical mission brought together a dedicated team of 130 volunteer doctors, surgeons, and nurses in a grand health caravan in Barangay Malanday in Marikina City. Pimentel […]
Senate Committee on Public Services Chairperson Raffy Tulfo urged the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to require all those renewing their vehicle registration to personally appear at the LTO branch and submit their valid government IDs. “Marami nang natanggap na sumbong ang Raffy Tulfo in Action (RTIA) kung saan hirap ang mga awtoridad na tukuyin ang […]