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Camarines Sur (CamSur) representatives led by Luigi Villafuerte and Migz Villafuerte have backed the push by the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) for stronger and sustained measures to protect media workers, as a means to guarantee a free and independent press, which is one hallmark of a vibrant democracy. “Government should put a premium on […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan called on the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to take decisive action against individuals and groups using automated bots to hoard concert tickets for resale at exorbitant prices, urging authorities to “make an example” of offenders to deter future abuses. The chairperson of the Committee on Justice and Human Rights made the […]
Parañaque 2nd District Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan has proposed a measure that aims to institute a scholarship and return service program for aspiring pharmacists and other allied medical professionals to help stave off a manpower crisis in the country’s public health system. Yamsuan said his proposed legislation under House Bill (HB) 7355 will allow deserving […]
Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos hailed the creation by the Department of Agriculture of an office dedicated to providing support to the coffee industry. “The creation of the Coffee Industry Development Office is a welcome move that will hopefully lead to the development of the coffee industry. Our coffee farmers in Abra could definitely […]
Camarines Sur Reps. Migz Villafuerte and Luigi Villafuerte have shot down a proposal by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) for the government to discontinue exempting senior citizens from the 12% Value Added Tax (VAT) as part of fiscal consolidation reforms to reduce our debt and narrow the budget deficit. At this time […]
Senator Bong Go dispatched his team to spearhead efforts aimed at uplifting the lives of indigent students in Baguio City. Held in coordination with local officials, Go’s team distributed shirts, fans, and pens to 1,300 students. In addition, they received educational assistance to further support students and families in need. “Sama-sama natin haharapin ang mga […]
Camarines Sur Governor LRay Villafuerte has welcomed a congressional investigation into the “chronic deterioration, alleged defective structural design, repeated ‘piecemeal’ rehabilitation and possible irregularities” in the funding and maintenance of the Andaya Highway, which is the portion of the over 3,000-kilometer (km) Maharlika Highway that passes through the province. Villafuerte said, “A full-blown House inquiry […]
Senator Bong Go conveyed his congratulations and guidance to approximately fifty couples during the 2026 Kasalang Bayan in Mapandan, Pangasinan, where he served as principal sponsor. In his video message, Go described the occasion as a celebration not only of marriage but also of love, responsibility, and a new chapter in life. “Ipinapaabot ko ang […]
A lawmaking tandem has filed a bill that would create child advocacy centers in all local government units across the country. House Bill No. 7468 or the “Child Advocacy Centers bill”, filed by Solid North Party-list Rep. Ching Bernos and Abra lone district Rep. JB Bernos, seeks to establish centers in every city and municipality […]
Determined to bring essential healthcare services closer to families in the provinces, Senator Bong Go, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, filed Senate Bill No. 1783 seeking to establish the Tigaon Mother and Child General Hospital in Tigaon, Camarines Sur—an urgent response to the town’s growing need for accessible maternal and child healthcare. […]