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LEE BATS FOR ANNUAL REVIEW OF 4PS PROGRAM

AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee has recommended changes in the proposed substitute bill amending the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) law, pushing for inflation-based increases on the cash grants as well as an annual review for a more focused monitoring and responsive intervention of the program. “Ito pong pagsusuri kung kailangan nang i-adjust ang […]

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HOLD TEXT SCAMMERS ACCOUNTABLE! – AGRI PARTY-LIST

AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee calls for a swift investigation on the rampant text spam and phishing messages in the country to protect consumers’ rights to privacy and security, and prevent these scammers from causing more harm. In his House Resolution No. 334, Lee underscores the need for Congress to determine the effectiveness of […]

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AGRI: PASS ESSENTIAL CROPS INSURANCE BILL

In the wake of the destruction brought by Severe Tropical Storm Florita on crops, AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee called on Congress to start deliberations on a measure that would compensate farmers of essential crops for losses inflicted by calamities. Essential crops include rice, corn, cassava, coconut, sugarcane, and vegetables. HB No. 1298 provides […]

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AGRI PARTY-LIST FILES URBAN AGRICULTURE BILL

As prices of food and other basic commodities continue to soar, the AGRI Party-list has filed a bill to promote urban agriculture and tap the youth’s participation in food security. “We need to explore urban agriculture and vertical farming in our efforts to address our country’s food security concerns. Community gardens in urban areas will […]