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The House of Representatives adopted Senate Bill No. 2019, as an amendment to House Bill No. 227, which seeks to institute policies for the protection and welfare of caregivers in the practice of their occupation. The proposed “Caregivers’ Welfare Act,” which would cover caregivers employed and working within the country in private homes, nursing or […]
Senator Bong Go is pushing for the passage of five priority bills that aim to provide enhanced protection for workers across various industries. Underpinning his efforts is the fundamental belief that government should ensure the well-being of ordinary workers and fortify their rights. One of the bills proposed by Go is Senate Bill No. 1183, […]
As the country celebrates Rural Workers Month this June, AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee on Wednesday pledged to continue advocating for the rights and welfare of farmers and fisherfolk—sectors who play a central role in ensuring the food security of our country. “Ipinagdiriwang natin tuwing buwan ng Hunyo ang Rural Workers Month upang kilalanin […]
On Labor Day, Senator Bong Go expressed his gratitude and admiration for the hardworking Filipino workforce, recognizing their vital role in the economic development of the country, particularly in light of the recovery efforts amid the pandemic. In an ambush interview after personally aiding struggling residents in Calaca City, Batangas, Go emphasized the significant contributions […]
Senator Raffy Tulfo expressed alarm over the continued spike in the number of people diagnosed with autism in the country, which include even those without family history of autism. Tulfo, who made the statement in time for the observance of the National Autism Awareness Month this April, is also pushing for Congress’ swift passage of […]
The House Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs, chaired by KABAYAN Party-list Representative Ron Salo, approved a substitute bill to 12 House Bills (HBs) instituting a Magna Carta for Filipino Seafarers to protect the rights and promote the welfare of seafarers, as well as revitalize the industry. These were HBs 368, 379, 736, 1515, 1647, 1758, […]
Uphold the welfare of teachers. This should be a priority of the next administration as the country continues to grapple with the education crisis according to Senator Win Gatchalian. Gatchalian pressed the importance of boosting the morale of teachers, citing their role as frontliners for learning continuity amid the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing recovery efforts. […]
Senator Bong Go, chair of the Senate Committee on Sports, presided over the joint Senate Committee hearing recently regarding the rift between pole vaulter and Olympian Ernest John “EJ” Obiena and the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association. Leading the public hearing of the Senate Sports Committee, joint with the Finance Committee, Go emphasized the […]
Senator Win Gatchalian is urging the Department of Education (DepEd), Department of Health (DOH), and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to uphold the safety and welfare of children in areas affected by Typhoon Odette. Aside from providing child-friendly spaces, the chairman of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, Arts and Culture pressed the […]
Anchored on the domestic and international rights of the child, the Department of Education (DepEd) celebrates the 29th National Children’s Month (NCM) this November with various activities championing children’s rights and welfare in the new normal. With the national theme, “New Normal na Walang Iwanan: Karapatan ng Bawat Bata Ating Tutukan,” this year’s celebration will […]