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AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee lauded the approval of the proposed amendments to Republic Act No. 11203 or the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) by the House Committee on Agriculture and Food, but also reiterated the need to purge corrupt officials in the National Food Authority (NFA) to lower the price of rice. Lee, who […]
Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team helped displaced workers in General Trias City, Cavite in coordination with Sangguniang Panlalawigan Member Morit Sison. In his video message, Go, who is an adopted son of CALABARZON, stressed the significance of implementing improved strategies to tackle livelihood concerns, ensuring a more inclusive economic recovery. Senate Bill No. 420 aims […]
To help the Armed Forces of the Philippines, particularly the Philippine Navy, do their job of defending the nation, Senator Robin Padilla called on the private sector to allow better port access for Navy vessels. In his privilege speech, Padilla lamented that Navy vessels need to wait four to 48 hours before being given access […]
Senator Mark Villar raised concerns about the extreme heat conditions affecting the country, citing the cases of heat-induced accidents and deaths, particularly that of construction workers, enforcers, and similar workers who spend long periods of time under the sun. “Nakakabahala na po ang heat index natin ngayon dahil talagang marami na ang naapektuhan. We received […]
The Samar Provincial Hospital (SPH) had its blessing and ribbon-cutting of the newly renovated Obstetrics and Gynecology Ward recently. The area features five ward rooms that can cater a total of 36 patients, a nurse station, a doctor’s quarters, and newly repaired comfort rooms, walls, and ceiling. Air conditioning units will also be installed to […]
The House of Representatives approved House Bill 10172, or the “National Housing Authority (NHA) Act,” on second reading.The bill aims to extend the corporate term of the NHA to another 25 years, and at the same time rationalize its functions to address the housing needs of the underserved segment of the population. “The extension of […]
The Senate unanimously adopted a resolution expressing the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the institution on the death of former Senator Rene Saguisag, a dedicated public servant, a staunch defender of human rights, and a true patriot, who passed away on April 24, 2024 at the age of 84. Senate Resolution No. 1009 was […]
Senator Bong Go expressed strong support for an extensive and fair investigation into the Bell-Kenz Pharma issue. As ruled by the Senate during the plenary session, the probe will be led by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee joint with the Senate Committee on Health as secondary committee. Being the chair of the Senate Health Committee, […]
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda lauded the City of Malabon, which celebrated its 423rd founding anniversary this year, for properly combining its rich past with forward-thinking policies. “Malabon boasts a rich cultural heritage, renowned not only for its famous Pancit Malabon but also for its historical treasures,” said Legarda in a speech during the […]
The Angeles City government, under the leadership of Mayor Carmelo ‘Pogi’ Lazatin Jr., distributed incentive allowances of student-athletes, coaches, and officials at the billeting school of Central Luzon Regional Athletics Association Angeles City delegates in Maliwalo Central Elementary School in Tarlac City. 400 student-athletes, 72 coaches, and 98 officials received the incentive allowances, amounting to […]