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Ban online gambling, modernize the country’s forensic investigation system, and enact the KALINGA Act. These are the three actions Manila Second District Representative Rolando “CRV” Valeriano hopes President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will push in his upcoming State of the Nation Address. “Simple ang sukatan. Mas ligtas ba ang pamilya? Mas mabilis at maaasahan ba […]
As the nation observes National Nutrition Month, House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III stressed the importance of investing in child nutrition, highlighting the House-approved National Nutrition Program and calling for its swift enactment as part of the country’s broader fight against child hunger and malnutrition. The Speaker’s call comes as the latest survey by the […]
As the House Committee on the Welfare of Children convenes a Technical Working Group (TWG) to tackle proposals on child online safety and the regulation of social media use among minors, House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III is pushing to make digital literacy a mandatory part of basic education, saying education must go hand in […]
House Minority Leader and 4Ps Party-list Representative Nonoy Libanan welcomed the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) endorsement of the immediate adoption of a five percent (B5) coconut biodiesel blend, saying it offers renewed hope to millions of Filipinos who depend on the coconut industry for their livelihoods. “We welcome the Department of Agriculture’s strong support for […]
Pampanga Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. is pushing for free legal assistance for all senior citizens through House Bill No. 10004, amending Republic Act No. 7432 or the “Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010.” Under H.B. 10004, senior citizens shall be entitled to free legal assistance in civil, criminal, administrative, and quasi-judicial proceedings, including legal […]
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III highlighted the importance of accelerating the country’s digital transformation, saying initiatives such as GovNet will enable the government to deliver faster, more transparent, and more accessible public services to Filipinos. The Speaker’s message was delivered on his behalf by Isabela Board Member Manuel Faustino “King” Dy during the launch […]
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III reaffirmed the House of Representatives’ commitment to building a more inclusive and accessible institution as it launched the Diwang Yakap project, an initiative aimed at improving mobility and support for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, employees, visitors, and others requiring assistance. Under the project, wheelchairs will be made available […]
As the Philippines marks the 10th Anniversary of the landmark July 12, 2016 Arbitral Award on the South China Sea, a House Resolution has been filed in the House of Representatives to commemorate this historic milestone, honor the country’s legal and diplomatic victory, and reaffirm the nation’s sovereignty, unwavering commitment to international law, the United […]
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III personally visited fisherfolk in the municipality of Ramon, Isabela following the fish kill incident that affected several communities on July 6, assuring them of immediate assistance while working to mobilize a coordinated response from the national government. Accompanied by Isabela Vice Governor Kiko Dy, the Speaker met with affected […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III hailed barangay officials as Congress’ invaluable partners in nation-building for their role in bringing laws and government programs to the people. In his video message played during the Liga ng mga Barangay sa Pilipinas (LNB) National Congress, Dy said barangay officials serve as the bridge between the national government and […]