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Senator Chiz Escudero filed a measure proposing to overhaul the country’s product regulatory system by transferring several functions of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to other government agencies better aligned with the nature and risks of the products they oversee. In filing Senate Bill No. 2310 bill, Escudero said his proposed reform aims to […]
News and information purveyor NET25 is going full steam and full time in its coverage of the Senate impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte with a multimedia approach that’s centered on its NET25.com portal but reaches out as well through more traditional means such as radio and television. Impeachment coverage is prominent in the network’s […]
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 […]
The Provincial Government of Bohol, led by Governor Aris Aumentado, met with officials from the Municipality of Ubay to discuss the proposed establishment of a sanitary landfill aimed at strengthening solid waste management in the municipality. Discussions focused on conducting public consultations, adopting a clustered waste management approach for neighboring municipalities, and securing the necessary […]
Senator Bong Go honored the 66th Infantry “Kabalikat” Battalion of the Philippine Army as it marked its 28th founding anniversary, recognizing the unit’s role in maintaining peace and security, defending national sovereignty, and assisting communities in times of need. In his message for the anniversary celebration, Go congratulated the officers and soldiers of the battalion, […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan is seeking a Senate inquiry into the government’s preparedness to address the effects of El Niño, emphasizing the need for proactive and long-term measures to protect the country’s farmers and fisherfolk, food security, water resources, and the livelihoods of millions of Filipinos. Highlighting the climate risks facing the agriculture and fisheries sectors, […]
The Quezon City Government was awarded an unprecedented sixth Unmodified Opinion by the Commission on Audit (COA). The consecutive highest audit rating reinforces the Belmonte administration’s commitment to responsible governance and sound fiscal management. An Unmodified Opinion signifies that the city’s financial statements fairly present its financial position and compliance with applicable government accounting and […]
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 […]
Senator Ping Lacson filed a resolution seeking a Senate inquiry into the continuing increase in electricity rates and the “bill shock” experienced by consumers, amid concerns over unexplained charges, alleged irregularities in meter readings, and system losses ultimately shouldered by law-abiding consumers. Under Senate Resolution No. 511, Lacson urged the appropriate Senate committee to conduct […]
As the number of unemployed Filipinos rose to an estimated 2.5 million in May, Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano reiterated his push for a long-term labor reform body to address not only unemployment but also the deeper problems affecting the quality and security of Filipino jobs. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported that the […]