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A lawmaking tandem from the Solid North is pushing for the fast-tracked construction of agro-processing centers in every province in the country. Through House Bill No. 6514 or the “AgriBoost bill”, Solid North Party-list Rep. Ching Bernos and Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos are calling for the implementation of a fast-tracked construction mechanism for […]
Lone Abra district representative JB Bernos expressed his full support to the commitment of the Philippine National Police (PNP) to discipline and enforce ethics among its police officers this year. “Last year we heard various disappointing reports about the misconduct and even criminal activity involving our officers. I hope that this year all police officers […]
A lawmaking tandem from the Solid North has filed a bill mandating the provision of health maintenance organization (HMO) coverage for all public school teachers. Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos and Solid North Party-list Rep. Ching Bernos have filed House Bill No. 6512, or the “TeachCare bill”, in a bid to ensure the welfare […]
The vice chair of the House of Representatives’ public order and safety committee has expressed his alarm over the recent spate of violence involving cops and urged the Philippine National Police (PNP) leadership to sanction its erring members to prevent erosion of public trust in the PNP. “We expect our cops to uphold public safety, […]
Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos expressed his support for the Department of Health’s plan to use solar energy in hospitals and other health facilities. “The government should lead the way in efforts to use renewable energy. The DOH’s plan to utilize RE, particularly solar energy, is one that I fully support, and I hope […]
Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos on Thursday lauded the approval by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. of the Tatak Pinoy Strategy (TPS), a move which the lawmaker said would help protect local industries and allow them to flourish both locally and internationally. “When we study globally-competitive products, we can see a common thread where the […]
Abra lone district Representative JB Bernos on Thursday thanked Speaker Bojie Dy for committing to pass the Magna Carta for Barangays, a measure that seeks to improve the welfare of barangays and barangay workers in the country. “As a former barangay captain and local executive, the Speaker of course has an intimate knowledge of the […]
With the Philippines continuing to grapple with hunger, a lawmaker called on Congress to pass a bill creating a national legal framework to ensure that Filipinos have easy access to adequate food. “The Right to Adequate Food bill is a necessary measure to help address our deep-rooted issues on food and hunger. Close to 38 […]
Abra Lone District Rep. Joseph “JB” Bernos on Thursday expressed support for calls to correct the pay disparity between referees officiating in the UAAP men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, describing it as a matter of fairness and respect not just for officials but for women’s basketball as a whole. “As a lawmaker, I believe equal […]
Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos on Tuesday gave assurances that his office is ready to extend assistance to those in his province who have suffered losses due to Super Typhoon Nando. “Even as we have yet to assess the total damage caused by Super Typhoon Nando, our fellow Abreños can rest assured that my […]