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TULFO WANTS STIFFER PENALTY FOR DRUNK DRIVING

Senator Raffy Tulfo filed a proposed measure calling for stricter penalties on driving under the influence of alcohol. In filing for Senate Bill (SB) No. 2546, Tulfo noted that despite the passage of the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013, drunk driving has been increasingly rampant throughout the years. LTO’s Law Enforcement Service-Anti-Drunk and […]

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PADILLA BATS FOR MORE PROTECTION FOR REFUGEES

Senator Robin Padilla has filed a bill strengthening the Philippine government’s protection for refugees and stateless persons, especially those displaced by armed conflict, violence, persecution and insecurity. In Senate Bill 2548, Padilla said this is in line with Sec. 11, Art. II of the 1987 Constitution where the State “values the dignity of every human […]

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ABANTE TO FELLOW SOLONS: PASS LAW BANNING POGO

“We will celebrate when the whole House follows suit, and the Senate passes its own counterpart measure. Until then, tuloy ang trabaho para makumbinsi ang ating mga kasama na dapat ipagbawal na ang POGO.” This was the reaction of anti-gambling advocate and Manila 6th District Representative Benny Abante following the House committee on Games and […]

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SARANGANI TOWN MARKS FEST WITH ‘KASALAN NG BAYAN’

A total of 230 couples exchanged marriage vows during the Kasalan ng Bayan in Kiamba, Sarangani. Mayor George Falgui officiated the ceremony held at the municipal kiosk in celebration of the town’s 20th Timpuyog Festival. “Always respect each other.” In his message, Falgui encouraged the couples to “always respect each other.” The mayor also emphasized […]

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LEE WANTS VAT-FREE MEDICATIONS FOR HEART DISEASES

In time for the celebration of Valentine’s Day or the “Araw ng mga Puso,” Lee pushed for a measure to ease the financial burden of Filipinos with heart illneses by removing the value-added tax (VAT) on medicines and drugs related to the treatment of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) or the group of disorders of the heart […]

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PROTECT YOUR HEART THIS LOVE MONTH – ANAKALUSUGAN

AnaKalusugan Party-list is urging Filipinos to practice self-care and prioritize heart health this love month. “Panawagan po natin sa ating mga kababayan, let us be mindful of our health at alagaan natin ang ating mga puso ngayong buwan ng pag-ibig,” AnaKalusugan Party-list Rep. Ray T. Reyes said. Reyes is urging the public to eat healthy […]

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PIMENTEL ADVANCES PH-UAE BILATERAL RELATIONS

As the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) gear up to commemorate the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III sought ways to deepen bilateral cooperation and enhance mutual understanding between the two nations during his recent meeting with the Speaker of the UAE Federal National Council (FNC), Saqr […]

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BONG GO AIDS DISPLACED WORKERS IN ZAMBOANGA CITY

Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team provided aid to displaced workers in Zamboanga City at WMSU Gymnasium recently. The 450 displaced workers received snacks, shirts, vitamins, and balls for basketball and volleyball. There were also select bicycle, shoes, and mobile phone recipients. That same day, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) conducted an orientation and […]

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BATO: ALLOW WITHDRAWAL OF SIGNATURES ON PI FORMS

Senator Bato Dela Rosa has urged the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to provide options for the Filipinos who were tricked to sign the signature forms for the controversial people’s initiative (PI) that seeks to abolish the Senate. At the continuation of the Senate Committee on Electoral Reforms and People’s Participation’s investigation into the alleged signature-buying […]

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2 SOLONS FILE BILLS PROMOTING WELFARE OF TEACHERS

Two lady lawmakers in the House of Representatives have filed separate bills pushing for the welfare of teachers. Bohol 3rd District Representative Kristine Alexie Tutor has filed House Bill No. 9913 unloading teachers of healthcare roles. Binan City Representative Marlyn Alonte, on the other hand, filed HB 9914 to unburden teachers of administrative tasks and functions. […]