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In the Senate, every day is a “buckling-down-to-work” kind of day. This was the statement made by Senate President Migz Zubiri as he again extended his streak of perfect attendance in the Senate. “In my long years as a public servant, I have learned this one important thing: true leadership starts by showing up for the […]
AnaKalusugan Party-list Rep. Ray T. Reyes believes lowering taxes on stock transactions could bring in 4.3 trillion pesos in economic value and attract more foreign investors in the country. “Ayon sa aming mga pag aaral, inaasahang 4.3 trillion pesos in economic value ang darating sa Pilipinas kapag ibinaba ang tax rates sa stock market transactions,” […]
Senator Bong Go, co-author and co-sponsor of Senate Bill No. 2534, which aims to raise the daily minimum wage by P100 across the country, stressed that the increase would benefit the poor and the hungry amid the rising prices of goods. In an ambush interview after attending the celebrations of the 104th Founding Anniversary of […]
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) is encouraging government agencies in Metro Manila to adopt the Policies on Flexible Working Arrangements (FWAs) in the Government in support of the current initiative of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority to improve the traffic situation. CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles said that the Policies on FWAs in the Government, promulgated […]
Senator Bong Go personally joined the residents of Marinduque in celebrating their province’s rich history and vibrant culture during the festive commemoration of the province’s 104th Founding Anniversary at Capitol Convention Center in Boac town recently. Addressing a gathered crowd, Go extended his warmest greetings to the people of Marinduque, lauding the community’s unity and […]
Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president and Quirino governor Dax Cua lauded a government program that aims to help the poorest municipalities in the country have access to clean and stable water supply. “We in ULAP have always emphasized the need to address people’s basic right to water, in line with our […]
Keep an open mind and find alternative treatments for cancer. This was the call made by Senator Robin Padilla to doctors, especially for poor cancer patients who cannot afford the high costs of treatment. “Sana po magkaroon tayo ng mga alternative na paggamot sa treatment sa mga cancer patients, pain management, dahil sa ngayon talaga, […]
AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee urged the Department of Agriculture to provide additional support for local farmers, such as onion producers, to increase their income and lower the price of goods, so that consumers won’t prefer cheaper illegally sourced products online. Lee was reacting to the proliferation of smuggled onions being sold online, some […]
Senator Chiz Escudero reaffirmed his support for the local film industry workers, as he voted in favor of Senate Bill 2505 which aims to give more protection to the sector against unfair treatment and poor working conditions. “Kaisa ako sa mga naglalayong mapabuti pa ang kalagayan at buhay ng ating mga kababayan na kabahagi ng […]
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa urged the swift passage of a bill amending Republic Act No. 12235 or the “Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act” as he stressed the need to balance the welfare of the riding community and the intent to address the problem of “riding-in-tandem.” “Manipis po ang linyang tinutulay ng batas na ito sa […]