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Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president Dax Cua urged all local government units to start preparing for the onset of the southwest monsoon, even as many parts of the country are still experiencing drought at the tail-end of the El Niño phenomenon. “Preparedness is key to averting disasters. Torrential rains induced by […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano advocated for just compensation for the victims of the 2017 Marawi Siege, expressing support for restoring their pre-war status. This statement followed a recent meeting of the Joint Congressional Oversight Committee (JCOC) of the Senate, presided over by Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, with key government agencies. The meeting focused on […]
Senator Bong Go lauded the Senate approval of Senate Bill No. 2514, or the Philippine National Games (PNG) bill, on second reading, following the proposal of significant amendments. Go is the principal sponsor and author of the measure. The bill, which aims to strengthen grassroots sports development and provide a structured national sports program, hurdled […]
The hardships being suffered by Filipino farmers and consumers due to cartel, holding, profiteering and other corrupt practices will soon be stopped as the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act is closer to becoming a law. Before the 2nd Regular Session of the 19th Congress adjourned, the Senate ratified the bicameral conference committee report on the Anti […]
The Senate started reorganizing key posts following the change in leadership, with former Senate President Migz Zubiri getting the economic affairs panel. In the plenary session presided over by new Senate President Chiz Escudero, several senators have been elected to lead major committees as follows: * Senator Sonny Angara, Committee on Justice and Human Rights; […]
Senator Risa Hontiveros hailed the deletion of the controversial provision that would have mandated the payment of the execution bond as a victory for seafarers, especially those whose finances are strained due to medical costs. “Salamat sa mga kasama ko sa bicameral conference committee at pinakinggan nila ang ating mga paliwanag laban sa hindi patas […]
Senator Loren Legarda hailed the approval and ratification of the Bicameral Conference Committee Report for the New Government Procurement Act that is geared towards addressing tedious procedures in public procurement and ensuring a ‘fit-for-purpose’ in the adoption of procurement modalities in the country. The New Government Procurement Act is proof of the government’s comprehensive and […]
Sarangani is all set for the beach party, the Sarbay Fest 2024, set on May 24-26. This year’s summer party will be held at the Reyes Beach, in Gumasa, Glan. In the three-day celebration, residents and guests can look forward to exciting water sports events and adventures, and all-night concerts and parties. Events include Inksplash […]
The Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair (BPSF) in Tawi-Tawi has, by far, registered the highest attendance among members of the House of Representatives, with over 95 lawmakers attending the two-day event in the Municipality of Bongao.Speaker Martin Romualdez, one of the main proponents and prime mover of the BPSF, was pleased to see 95 lawmakers attending […]
In a public hearing held by the Senate Committee on Health and Demography recently, Senator Bong Go presided over discussions on various health programs including the efficient implementation of the Philippine Health Facility Development Plan and the execution of Republic Act 11959 or the Regional Specialty Centers Act which he principally sponsored and is one […]