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The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a measure converting the extension units of Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) in the municipalities of Arteche and Balangiga into regular campuses, expanding access to state-subsidized higher education in the province. Under House Bill No. 9464, authored by Eastern Samar Lone District Representative Christopher Sheen […]
Manila 6th District Representative Benny Abante has filed cyber libel and libel complaints before the Department of Justice against lawyer Levito Baligod, 18 former Marines, and media outlet DWSI 864 in connection with allegations linking him to the alleged distribution of cash-filled luggage. In his complaint-affidavit, Abante categorically denied the accusations aired during a February […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III called for vigilance, unity and immediate action following the powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off the coast of Sarangani province, triggering tsunami warnings and shaking large parts of Mindanao. Dy expressed concern for communities in the affected areas and urged residents, particularly those living along coastlines identified by authorities, […]
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III stressed the importance of ensuring that government plans, resources, and interventions are in place to protect farmers, fisherfolk, and the country’s food supply from the looming effects of El Niño as the House Committee on Agriculture and Food convened a briefing on the government’s preparedness measures. Dy said the […]
The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a priority measure aimed at combating organized disinformation, troll farm operations and other malicious falsehoods online while safeguarding freedom of expression. In a vote of 286-3 with seven abstentions, the chamber, led by Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, approved House Bill No. 9465, or the […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III touted the legislative accomplishments of the House of Representatives during the First Regular Session of the 20th Congress, saying lawmakers remained focused on delivering reforms despite economic, political and global challenges facing the country. In his closing speech before the adjournment of session, Dy said the House maintained a clear […]
“Marami nang Pilipino ang pamilyar sa 911. Pero ang mas mahalagang tanong ay: kapag may tumawag sa 911, may maaasahan ba siyang mabilis, maayos, at de-kalidad na pagtugon? Iyan ang nais tiyakin ng panukalang ito. Hindi lamang hotline ang binubuo natin kundi isang integrated emergency medical services system na makapagliligtas ng maraming buhay.” This was […]
The House of Representatives has approved on second reading House Bill No. 9257, a Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) priority measure that seeks to strengthen the development framework of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) by allowing carefully regulated residential freehold arrangements within economic zones. During the sponsorship of the measure, Representative Ricardo Cruz, […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III rallied barangays nationwide to take the lead in the fight against illiteracy, stressing that education and literacy are powerful tools in lifting Filipinos out of poverty and building a stronger future for the country. Addressing the National Convention of the Liga ng mga Barangay, Dy said this year’s theme, “Zero […]
The House of Representatives approved on second reading a bill expanding the government’s feeding program into a wider national nutrition initiative covering Filipino learners from early childhood to senior high school. House Bill No. 9466 seeks to transform Republic Act No. 11037 or the “Masustansyang Pagkain Para sa Batang Pilipino Act” into a more comprehensive […]