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The House Committee on Legislative Franchises is set to conduct a motu proprio inquiry in aid of legislation into issues surrounding the legislative franchise of Solar Para sa Bayan Corporation, following concerns raised over compliance and the protection of the consuming public. Earlier during the Committee on Legislative Franchises proceedings, Cong. Presley C. De Jesus, […]
Believing that the National Building Code (NBC) is ripe for an overhaul, Camarines Sur (CamSur) Representatives Migz Villafuerte and Luigi Villafuerte are appealing to senators to similarly pass this year a House-approved bill aimed at making Philippine infrastructure far more resilient, especially in the face of the increasingly devastating impact of erratic weather. The solons said that among […]
With a solemn yet festive celebration, the Municipality of Pulilan marked its 230th Founding Anniversary recently at the Pambayang Liwasan ng Pulilan, highlighting the town’s rich history, deep-rooted faith, and sustained commitment to public service under the banner of “Ramdam na Serbisyo.”The commemoration began with a Holy Mass, attended by local officials, municipal employees, and […]
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 […]
Senator Erwin Tulfo slammed the Chinese Embassy in Manila after it publicly condemned statements made by several Philippine officials regarding the West Philippine Sea issue. “You have no right to censure our officials for their statements about you taking away our territory—territory that has been proven to be ours,” Tulfo stressed. The legislator’s remarks stemmed […]
Senator Chiz Escudero is calling on the national government to advance the proposed tripartite agreement among the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the Department of Education (DepEd), and the Department of Agriculture (DA), saying the framework will empower qualified local government units (LGUs) to achieve accelerated growth through improved infrastructure, stronger rural connectivity, […]
As Senator Kiko Pangilinan looks to the future of the Liberal Party (LP) amid the turmoil in the country’s political scene, he couldn’t help but reminisce about the legacy left by the late former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III. Pangilinan, now the chair emeritus of the political party that Aquino once led, remembered the former […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday urged his colleagues in the House of Representatives to confront long-standing political reforms head-on, including the proposed anti-political dynasty law, saying genuine change requires courage, honesty, and sincerity. In his speech at the resumption of House session, Dy said the legislature must be willing to tackle difficult […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday 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 […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday urged his colleagues in the House of Representatives to set aside divisive politics and focus their time and energy on public service and delivering meaningful results for the Filipino people. In his speech at the reopening of House session, Dy reminded fellow lawmakers that their true accountability […]