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House Human Rights Panel Chairperson and Manila 6th District Representative Benny Abante expressed optimism that the People’s Freedom of Information Act of 2025 or House Bill No. 3643, which he authored, will finally become law following its inclusion in the Common Legislative Agenda (CLA) of the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC).Abante said the measure will institutionalize […]
Senate Majority Leader Migz Zubiri welcomed the signing of Republic Act No. 12310 or the Expanded Philippine Science High School System Act, saying the new law will bring high-quality science education closer to Filipino students across the country. “The Philippine Science High School is one of our most prestigious institutions, producing world-class students in science, […]
Senator Loren Legarda hailed the signing of Republic Act No. 12288, or the Career Progression System for Public School Teachers and School Leaders Act, a measure she authored and co-sponsored, calling it a landmark step in recognizing the competence, dedication, and vital role of Filipino educators. “In today’s rapidly changing world, the demands of the […]
After extensive and detailed investigations conducted by the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, chaired by Senator Win Gatchalian, the Anti-POGO Act of 2025 is now one step closer to becoming law. This development comes after the House of Representatives adopted the Senate version of the bill, which bans the establishment, operation, and provision of […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano welcomed the President’s signing of a new law aimed at strengthening early childhood care and development (ECCD), emphasizing that investing in the early years is crucial to shaping the country’s future. “The highest return on investment is in early childhood,” Cayetano said. “By focusing our efforts on the formative years, we […]
Senator Bong Go reiterated his strong commitment to strengthening the country’s education system stressing that investing in education is crucial to securing a better future for every Filipino. “Naniniwala po ako na ang edukasyon ay puhunan ng mga kabataan, ng mga estudyante. Dala dala nila ‘yan hanggang sa pagtanda,” Go, chairman of the Senate Committee […]
Senator Loren Legarda lauded the signing into law of Republic Act No. 12181, or the Adjusted DFA Retirement Benefits Act, a measure she principally authored and co-sponsored, which honors the service of officers and employees of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and strengthens the foundations of Philippine diplomacy. “Our foreign service officers operate in […]
The newly signed Philippine Islamic Burial Act (RA 12160) is the culmination of a long, hard process in Congress for the sake of our Muslim brethren, Senator Robin Padilla said. Padilla, who sponsored House Bill 8925 – the basis of the new law – in the Senate, said the measure went through the proper procedures […]
A triumph for Muslims. This was how Senator Robinhood Padilla welcomed the signing into law of a measure that will ensure the proper and timely burial of deceased Muslims in accordance with Islamic traditions. Padilla welcomed the signing by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of Republic Act 12160, “An Act Requiring the Proper and Immediate Burial […]
Senator Migz Zubiri hailed the signing of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Act into law, calling it a “historic reform” that will redefine how the country plans and executes its national development goals. “Today we start a new era of development planning. The signing of the DEPDev Act marks the beginning of a […]