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House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III joined House officials in a final run-through and inspection of the plenary hall, declaring the House of Representatives ready to host the fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., on July 27. “Tungkulin nating tiyakin na ang bawat aspeto ng SONA ay magiging […]
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III reaffirmed the House of Representatives’ commitment to building a more inclusive and accessible institution as it launched the Diwang Yakap project, an initiative aimed at improving mobility and support for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, employees, visitors, and others requiring assistance. Under the project, wheelchairs will be made available […]
The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a measure seeking to establish a regular Land Transportation Office (LTO) district office in the Municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar. The measure, authored by Eastern Samar Lone District Representative Christopher Sheen Gonzales and 4Ps Party-list Representative Marcelino Libanan, was approved by the House before Congress […]
The House of Representatives recently convened its first special session of the 20th Congress pursuant to Proclamation No. 1318 issued by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., with Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III presiding over the proceedings. “Pursuant to Proclamation No. 1318, dated June 15, 2026, by His Excellency, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., calling the […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III congratulated Senator Win Gatchalian on his formal election as Senate President, expressing confidence that Congress will continue to advance measures that promote economic growth, strengthen public services, and improve the lives of Filipinos. “The House of Representatives congratulates Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on his formal election as Senate President,” said the […]
The House of Representatives has begun deliberations on a proposed Teacher Protection Bill aimed at strengthening safeguards for educators facing harassment, intimidation, threats, and other forms of abuse arising from the performance of their duties. During a recent hearing of the House Committee on Basic Education and Culture, chaired by EDCOM 2 Co-Chairperson Representative Roman […]
House Speaker Bojie Dy III welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s call for a special session of Congress, saying it provides an opportunity to complete legislative action on priority measures aimed at strengthening social protection, expanding access to education and healthcare, and improving the quality of life of Filipino families. “The House of Representatives stands ready […]
Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III called for vigilance, unity and immediate action following the powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off the coast of Sarangani province, triggering tsunami warnings and shaking large parts of Mindanao. Dy expressed concern for communities in the affected areas and urged residents, particularly those living along coastlines identified by authorities, […]
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III stressed the importance of ensuring that government plans, resources, and interventions are in place to protect farmers, fisherfolk, and the country’s food supply from the looming effects of El Niño as the House Committee on Agriculture and Food convened a briefing on the government’s preparedness measures. Dy said the […]
The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a priority measure aimed at combating organized disinformation, troll farm operations and other malicious falsehoods online while safeguarding freedom of expression. In a vote of 286-3 with seven abstentions, the chamber, led by Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, approved House Bill No. 9465, or the […]