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BILL EXPANDING 4PS PROGRAM GETS HOUSE PANEL OK

The House Committee on Poverty Alleviation, chaired by Pampanga Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, approved the substitute bill titled “Patuloy ang Pagtawid sa Pamilyang Pilipino Act,” which consolidates several measures seeking to strengthen and expand the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). The TWG, headed by 4K Party-list Representative Iris Marie Montes, discussed the draft substitute bill to […]

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HOUSE PANEL TACKLES REWARD SYSTEMS IN LGU BILLS

The Subcommittee on the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) of the House Committee on Local Government met to discuss several legislative proposals seeking to strengthen meritocracy in government, particularly at the local level. Measures taken up include House Bills (HBs) 1110, 6067, and 6127, which seek to consolidate all performance measurement tools and rewards […]

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HOUSE DEVELOPING ‘HOUSE BOOK’ APP WITH DICT

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced the development of the “House Book” app, a key component of the House of Representatives’ shift to blockchain-enabled, fully digital processes aimed at making congressional work more transparent, accessible, and accountable to the public. Speaking at the resumption of the House session, Dy said digitalization is central to restoring […]

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SPEAKER DY PUSHES FOR PEOPLE-CENTERED ASEAN

The House of Representatives formally launched the Philippine Presidency of the 47th ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA), with Speaker Bojie Dy urging legislatures in Southeast Asia to strengthen peace and prosperity by delivering credible laws, transparent processes, and results that improve people’s daily lives.  In his keynote address, Dy said the Philippines assumes the AIPA Presidency […]

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GONZALES LAUDS 14 BAR EXAM PASSERS FROM ESSU

Eastern Samar Lone District Representative Christopher Sheen Gonzales congratulated the 14 graduates of Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) College of Law who passed the 2025 Bar Examinations, urging them to use their legal calling in the service of the people—particularly the marginalized—with integrity, compassion, and a firm commitment to justice. “By passing the 2025 Bar […]

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LIBANAN: PRIORITIZE NEW AFP MODERNIZATION LAW

House Minority Leader Nonoy Libanan has called on Congress to prioritize the passage of a successor Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) modernization law, stressing the need for continuity and long-term planning as the current program approaches its 2027 conclusion. “The 15-year Revised AFP Modernization Program, enacted in 2012, is set to expire in 2027, […]

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SUPPORT IN 2026 BUDGET

The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) lauds the significant budgetary support for early childhood education under the 2026 General Appropriations Act, consistent with the Commission’s appeal for greater investments in the foundational years of learning.  This historic allocation will enable the full implementation of the ECCD System Act, or Republic Act 12199.  “Part […]

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LAZATIN LAUDS MABALACAT SEA GAMES SWIMMERS

Pampanga Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. filed House Resolutions No. 598 and 599 recognizing Kayla Noelle Sanchez and Gian Christopher Santos for winning in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games held in Bangkok, Thailand.“Binabati ko ang ating mga atleta mula sa Mabalacat na nagpamalas ng galing sa SEA Games sa Thailand, at muling nagpakita ng galing […]

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MARCOS LAUDS CONGRESS FOR 2026 BUDGET REFORMS

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during the signing of the Republic Act No, 12314, or the General Appropriations Act (GAA) of 2026, recognized Congress for the reforms instituted to craft a national budget that aligns well with the Administration’s plans and vision for the country. “We thank all the members of Congress for the principled exercise […]

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DY REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HOUSE ACCOUNTABILITY

Speaker Bojie Dy reaffirmed his commitment to transparency, accountability, and restoring public trust as the House of Representatives prepares to welcome the new year. “Gaya ng aking sinabi noon, ako’y inyong pagkatiwalaan bilang Speaker; patuloy nating gagawin ang lahat ng makakaya upang gawin na mas bukas, mas malinaw, at mas mapagkakatiwalaan ang Kongreso,” Dy said. […]