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INDIGENOUS PINOYS VITAL TO PH IDENTITY — LEGARDA

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda recognized the importance of indigenous Filipinos in preserving the country’s rich cultural heritage. Legarda, a staunch defender and promoter of Philippine culture, praised the contributions of the indigenous Filipinos in maintaining the country’s identity in the recent commemoration of Cultural Communities Week. “Without the pioneering efforts of our indigenous […]

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SORSOGON GETS 10 FIRETRUCKS, 2 AMBULANCES FROM BFP

Sorsogon Governor Boboy Hamor expressed his appreciation as the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) presented the province with 10 brand-new fire trucks and two fully-equipped ambulances. The assets, which were officially handed over by BFP Bicol Regional Director C/Supt. Ricardo Perdigon, in a simple ceremony with provincial administrator Franco Eric Ravanilla at the capitol compound. […]

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RESILIENCE OF ALBAYANOS AMID MAYON UNREST LAUDED

Albay Governor Grex Lagman praised Albayanos as he reported updates on response operations amid the unrest of Mayon Volcano. In a conference spearheaded by the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) Committee on Disaster Resilience (CDR), Lagman reported that about 5,776 families, equivalent to 20,184 individuals, were evacuated in about 34 temporary shelters spread all over […]

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BULACAN KADIWA LAUNCH SELLS P550K AGRI PRODUCTS

With the objective of ensuring a stable supply of affordable and quality agricultural products to consumers, Bulacan Governor Daniel Fernando and Vice Gov Alexis Castro ramped up the launch of Katuwang sa Diwa at Gawa Para sa Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita (KADIWA) ng Pangulo 2023 in Bulacan in front of the Capitol Gymnasium […]

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ROMUALDEZ ASSURES CANCER PATIENTS OF SUPPORT

Speaker Martin Romualdez assured cancer patients, their families, and cancer specialists that the House will find ways to fund projects meant to alleviate their plight and improve the delivery of healthcare and allied services.Romualdez made the commitment as he led a contingent of the House of Representatives in a town hall meeting dubbed “Congress at […]

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EMPLOYMENT PROTECTION OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES PUSHED

Senator Jinggoy Estrada has introduced a measure making unlawful the discrimination in the hiring and firing of indigenous people. “To exclude any person from any employment opportunities because of his religion or ethnic origin is unacceptable. Hindi dapat maging batayan sa pagbibigay o pamamasukan sa trabaho ang pagkakabilang sa pangkat ng mga katutubo o pagkakaroon ng […]

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SOCIALIZED HOUSING INCLUSION IN NSCR PROJECT URGED

Senator Risa Hontiveros underscored the importance of prioritizing socialized and affordable housing, as well as the agricultural value chain, in line with the expansion of the country’s railway system. “Hindi lang problema sa transportasyon ang pwedeng matugunan ng railways projects. Isa rin itong oportunidad para makapagtayo ng mga abot-kayang pabahay at maging tulay sa pagitan […]

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BONG GO PUSHES FOR PROTECTION, WELFARE OF WORKERS

Senator Bong Go is pushing for the passage of five priority bills that aim to provide enhanced protection for workers across various industries. Underpinning his efforts is the fundamental belief that government should ensure the well-being of ordinary workers and fortify their rights. One of the bills proposed by Go is Senate Bill No. 1183, […]

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BONG GO FILES OFW HOSPITAL BILL

Senator Bong Go filed Senate Bill No. 2297 or the Overseas Filipino Workers Hospital bill to institutionalize and provide sufficient resources to sustain the operations of the health facility initiated by the Duterte administration in recognition of the invaluable contributions and sacrifices made by Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. According to Go, the […]

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MARK VILLAR LAUDS MAHARLIKA BILL SIGNING INTO LAW

President Bongbong Marcos has signed the Maharlika Investment Fund into law. The said bill will now be known as Republic Act 11954. “The signing of the Maharlika bill shows that economic recovery is one of PBBM’s major priorities,” Senator Mark Villar said. “Through this, we will be able to generate more jobs for the Filipino people […]