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Senator Sonny Angara underscored the need for Congress to pass a legislation that would institutionalize the grant of 20-percent fare discount to students to ensure they will continue to enjoy reduced transportation expenses in the future. “If we want to provide long-term assistance to our students, we need to come up with a law to […]
The House of Representatives unanimously approved on third and final reading House Bill 7510, which seeks to require the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) to print postage stamps depicting the country’s tourist attractions and destinations. The bill requires the printing of postage stamps depicting the country’s tourist attractions and destinations. All 230 members present during the […]
Senator Sonny Angara lauded his fellow officers at the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) for taking the lead in hosting the 2018 FIBA 3×3 World Cup from June 8 to 12 at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan which, he said, again showcased the Filipinos deep love of basketball. Angara expressed gratitude to SBP president Al […]
“This never-ending problem of flooding may already need the emergency powers of President Rodrigo Duterte.” This according to Quezon City Rep. Winnie Castelo, Chairman of the House Committee on Metro Manila Development, who expressed his frustration over the recurring flood problem during one of his many visits to affected areas and evacuation centers. “The details […]
“Flash floods have once again affected the people of Metro Manila and several areas in Luzon, and this perennial problem underlines the urgent need to call for a Flood Summit.” This according to Quezon City Rep. Winnie Castelo, Chairman of the House Committee on Metro Manila Development, during various visits to areas in Quezon City […]
Senator Win Gatchalian is seeking the replacement of quantitative restrictions (QRs) on rice imports with a 35% tariff that is expected to make the country’s foremost staple food more affordable for all. “The country’s protectionist policy on rice has become unsustainable. Rice consumers are spending more on rice products while domestic rice farmers remain poor, […]
Senator Joel Villanueva welcomed the results of the survey conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) which showed that the unemployment rate of the country has improved from 5.7% in April 2017 to 5.5% in April 2018. “We welcome the improved outlook for employment in the country with the decline of unemployment rate from 5.7% […]
Easing up restrictions on foreign investments in some sectors will attract more investors and generate much needed jobs for Filipinos, Senator Grace Poe said. Poe said it is high time to pass the proposed amendments to the 81-year-old Public Services Act to allow foreign entities to come in and invest, which would result in increased […]
Senator Cynthia Villar filed a resolution directing the Senate to conduct an inquiry into the waste water treatment and sewerage system in Metro Manila, which was identified as a main factor in the continued deterioration of the quality of water in Manila Bay. “We still have a long way to go in reviving Manila Bay […]
To show recognition for the valuable contribution of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), Senator Sonny Angara has urged the government to strengthen its programs and services for OFW families here in the country. “Habang malayo ang ating mga OFW sa kanilang pamilya, tungkulin ng gobyerno na alagaan ang mga anak, asawa, magulang, at kapatid na naiwan […]