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PANGILINAN TO NFA: BUY DIRECTLY FROM FARMERS

Senator Kiko Pangilinan called on the National Food Authority (NFA) and local government units (LGUs) to immediately buy palay and other produce directly from Filipino farmers at fair market prices, following reports that palay is now being bought at just ₱13 per kilo in some areas.“₱13 kada kilo ang palay? Eh nasa ₱14–₱15 ang gastos […]

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LACSON EYES EXTENDED PRESIDENTIAL SUCCESSION LINE

A bill by Senator Ping Lacson seeks to ensure the government will keep running even in case of a disaster or “exceptional circumstances” where the President and his/her constitutional successors are killed or disabled. Lacson’s proposed “Presidential Succession Act” extends the list of succession beyond the Vice President, Senate President and House Speaker, the current […]

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ALAN CAYETANO FILES RESO FOR DUTERTE HOUSE ARREST

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano filed a resolution urging the Philippine government to advocate before the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the interim release of former President Rodrigo Duterte, proposing that he be placed under a form of house arrest while awaiting trial. Duterte has been in ICC custody for four months, following his arrest by […]

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MANILA SOLON PUSHES FOR DOLPHY AS NATIONAL ARTIST

A day before the 13th death anniversary of Rodolfo “Dolphy” Quizon, Sr., a Manileño, Manila Representative Joel Chua filed House Resolution 41 seeking the nomination of the beloved “Philippines’ King of Comedy” for National Artist. Chua’s resolution cited Dolphy’s multitudes of achievements, awards, and legacy. The veteran legislator was particular about following the nomination process […]

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AGUILAR CONTINUES ‘GREEN CARD’ IN LAS PIÑAS CITY

Las Piñas City Mayor April Aguilar personally attended to the city’s residents who are applying for the city’s Green Card medical assistance program at the City Hall.Originally launched during the term of former Mayor Nene Aguilar, the Green Card remains a key healthcare initiative that provides free hospitalization and other essential medical services to qualified […]

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NEWBIE SOLONS GET CRASH COURSE ON LAWMAKING

Incoming Representatives in the 20th Congress were treated to a crash course on responsible lawmaking on the second day of the Executive Course on Legislation (ECL). Reelected Davao de Oro Representative Maria Carmen Zamora led the discussion on the legislative role in the national budget process. Zamora provided an overview of the structure and flow […]

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PANGILINAN BILLS TARGET HUNGER, AGRI SECTOR DEV’T

Fresh off his successful Senate comeback, Senator Kiko Pangilinan filed 10 priority legislative measures in the 20th Congress—delivering on his promise to fight hunger, uplift the agricultural sector, and ensure food security for all Filipinos.“Sa ating pagbabalik sa Senado, katulad ng ating mga nakaraang termino kung saan isinakatuparan natin ang ating mga pangako sa taumbayan, […]

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BONG GO BRINGS FREE MEAL PROGRAM TO HOSPITALS

True to his “Bisyo ang magserbisyo” mantra, Senator Bong Go once again rolled out his feeding initiative dubbed “Palugaw ni Mr. Malasakit”, this time reaching hospitals across Metro Manila, Central Luzon, and Mindanao from June 30 to July 5. Through his Malasakit Team, Go provided warm, nourishing meals to patients, caregivers, and health workers in […]

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ALAN CAYETANO BATS FOR ELDERLY CARE CENTERS

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano filed a bill seeking to establish dedicated care, co-working spaces, and wellness hubs for senior citizens in every city and municipality in the country. The Center for the Elderly in All Cities and Municipalities Act (Senate Bill No. 107) aims to institutionalize a nationwide network of age-friendly Centers for the Elderly […]

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SURIGAO CITY LAUDS SCIENCE AND MATH TILT CHAMPS

The City Government of Surigao honored 61 students from Caraga Regional Science High School (CRSHS) for winning awards in international science and mathematics competitions.During the flag-raising ceremony at City Hall Grounds, the students received Certificates of Recognition for their achievements in three global Olympiads:  12 winners – Hong Kong International Science Olympiad (HKISO) 20 winners – […]