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DY LEADS HOUSE CELEBRATION OF WORLD HIJAB DAY

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III underscored the importance of religious freedom, women’s empowerment and inclusive economic growth as pillars of a stronger and more united Philippines, as the House of Representatives commemorated World Hijab Day and opened the Halal Festival at the Batasang Pambansa. In a speech, Dy said World Hijab Day reminds Filipinos that […]

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HOUSE HEALTH PANEL TACKLES ORGAN DONATION BILLS

The House Committee on Health, chaired by Batanes Representative Ciriaco Gato Jr., approved the creation of a technical working group (TWG) to consolidate several measures seeking to promote and strengthen organ donation in the country to save more lives.  Misamis Oriental Representative Karen Lagbas moved for the creation of the TWG, saying it was time […]

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HOUSE PANEL TACKLES ‘GOOD SAMARITAN’ BILLS

To further encourage volunteerism, the House Committee on People’s Participation, chaired by Marikina City Representative Marcy Teodoro, moved to consolidate six bills seeking to protect “Good Samaritans” — individuals who selflessly render assistance to people in need during emergencies. Set for consolidation are House Bills (HBs) 828, 4031, 4252, 2932, 4461, and 4709, which share […]

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BILL EXPANDING 4PS PROGRAM GETS HOUSE PANEL OK

The House Committee on Poverty Alleviation, chaired by Pampanga Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, approved the substitute bill titled “Patuloy ang Pagtawid sa Pamilyang Pilipino Act,” which consolidates several measures seeking to strengthen and expand the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). The TWG, headed by 4K Party-list Representative Iris Marie Montes, discussed the draft substitute bill to […]

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HOUSE PANEL TACKLES REWARD SYSTEMS IN LGU BILLS

The Subcommittee on the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) of the House Committee on Local Government met to discuss several legislative proposals seeking to strengthen meritocracy in government, particularly at the local level. Measures taken up include House Bills (HBs) 1110, 6067, and 6127, which seek to consolidate all performance measurement tools and rewards […]

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HOUSE DEVELOPING ‘HOUSE BOOK’ APP WITH DICT

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced the development of the “House Book” app, a key component of the House of Representatives’ shift to blockchain-enabled, fully digital processes aimed at making congressional work more transparent, accessible, and accountable to the public. Speaking at the resumption of the House session, Dy said digitalization is central to restoring […]

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DY WANTS HOUSE DEBATE ON ANTI- DYNASTY BILL

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday urged his colleagues in the House of Representatives to confront long-standing political reforms head-on, including the proposed anti-political dynasty law, saying genuine change requires courage, honesty, and sincerity. In his speech at the resumption of House session, Dy said the legislature must be willing to tackle difficult […]

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DY ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT OF ‘HOUSE BOOK’ APP

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday announced the development of the “House Book” app, a key component of the House of Representatives’ shift to blockchain-enabled, fully digital processes aimed at making congressional work more transparent, accessible, and accountable to the public. Speaking at the resumption of the House session, Dy said digitalization is […]

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DY TO COLLEAGUES: FOCUS ON SERVICE NOT POLITICS

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday urged his colleagues in the House of Representatives to set aside divisive politics and focus their time and energy on public service and delivering meaningful results for the Filipino people. In his speech at the reopening of House session, Dy reminded fellow lawmakers that their true accountability […]

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DY HAILS ‘PEOPLE’S BUDGET,’ VOWS STRICT OVERSIGHT

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Monday hailed the enactment of the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA) as a genuine “People’s Budget,” as he vowed strict congressional oversight to ensure public funds are spent lawfully, efficiently, and without corruption. The leader of the House of Representatives made the assurance after President Ferdinand R. Marcos […]