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BILL EYES TREE PLANTING FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS

Senator Cynthia Villar sponsored a bill which seeks to institutionalize tree planting as a “civic duty” for all graduating senior high school and college students nationwide. Villar’s proposed measure- Senate Bill No. 2834. or the “Tree Planting Legacy of Graduates Act of 2024,” under Committee Report No. 330 intends to address environmental challenges, particularly the […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR TO FDA: APPROVE ASF VAX NOW

To address the current African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak that has severely hit the local hog industry, Senator Cynthia Villar demanded an immediate vaccine approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Villar, chairperson of the Senate committee on agriculture and food, recently conducted a public hearing on ASF based on Senate Resolution No. 565 filed […]

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LAS PIÑAS CELEBRATES 17TH WATERLILY FESTIVAL

Following its commitment to reinforce taking care of and conserving the environment, Las Piñas held its Waterlily Festival again. It is now in its 17th year. Through the festival, its founder, Senator Cynthia Villar, wants to continue instilling awareness about the importance of environmental sustainability for future generations. “Through this Waterlily Festival, we are able […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR: PRESERVE NATURAL BIRD HABITATS

To learn about the rich diversity of bird species in our region is important to preserve their natural habitats for future generations, Senator Cynthia Villar said. As the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change, Villar said she fully supports activities that promote conservation and preservation awareness of our animals and […]

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USE TECH TO SAFEGUARD ECOSYSTEMS — CYNTHIA VILLAR

Senator Cynthia Villar highlighted the importance of innovative approaches and collaborative efforts to safeguard our protected areas and enhance the well-being of our communities. “Through efficient collaboration and embracing new technologies, we can strengthen our ecosystems and communities, securing a better future for all,” Villar said in a speech delivered on the 3rd National Protected Area […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR TO BIKERS: PEDAL FOR A GREEN PLANET

“Every piece of litter we collect and every kilometer we ride is a step towards a cleaner, greener planet,” said Senator Cynthia Villar. Speaking during the “Bike Ride and Cleanup Drive at the Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park (LPPWP),” Villar told the bikers that they are making a tangible difference by participating in the event. “Your […]

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LAS PIÑAS HOLDS FIRST PRIDE MONTH CELEBRATION

Senator Cynthia Villar led the first-ever Pride Month Celebration in Las Piñas City as she cited the need to forego of sexual discrimination. “We are celebrating the different sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions, which encourage acceptance and respect in our city,” Villar stressed. The Pride Month Celebration in their city, the veteran legislator said, […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR TO WOMEN: EMBRACE NEW TECHNOLOGIES

Senator Cynthia Villar cited the importance for women to embrace technological advancements. “This is crucial as we face the challenges and seize the opportunities of the digital age,” Villar said during the 18th Annual General Assembly of the Philippine Federation of Local councils of Women (PFLCW). “By doing so, we can empower women to become […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR BATS FOR PH CARABAO INDUSTRY GROWTH

To alleviate the lives of farmers and further spur the development of the carabao industry, Senator Cynthia Villar is embarking on the so-called Accelerating Livelihood Assets Buildup (ALAB) Karbawan program. In her speech in the opening of the training on “Capacitating Coconut Farmers on Dairy Buffalo Production for Increased Income,” held at the Villar SIPAG […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR HOLDS GARDENING, COOKING FESTIVAL

“Ang urban gardening ay napakahalaga sa akin. Ito ay para palakasin ang food security dahil abot kamay ang masustansyang gulay dahil ito ay nasa tabing bahay lamang,” Senator Cynthia Villar, chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food, stressed at the 9th Las Piñas Urban Gardening and Cooking Festival Inter-Barangay Competition held recently. Villar, […]