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The House Committee on Games and Amusement, chaired by Cavite 6th District Representative Antonio Ferrer approved House Bill (HB) 5082 and House Resolution (HR) 1197, measures that seek to ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and declare their operations illegal.HR 1197 author Cagayan de Oro 2nd District Representative Rufus Rodriguez explained that his call to ban POGOs […]
House members called out Senator Joel Villanueva for belittling the party-list representatives and by extension, the House of Representatives, as well as gravely misrepresenting the nature of the two houses, which comprise Congress.In a privilege speech, Lanao del Sur Representative Zia Alonto Adiong said the senator gravely misrepresented the nature of the two houses which […]
Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative Ace Barbers said he is willing to play the role of House of Representatives’ emissary to the Senate leadership amid the continuing word war between the two chambers on constitutional economic amendments.Barbers had this to say in a press briefing wherein he underscored the need to “sit down and […]
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s approval of the third phase of the military’s modernization plan, which includes the procurement of the country’s first submarine warship, has been welcomed by Surigao del Sur Representative Johnny Pimentel, one-time chairperson of the House committee on strategic intelligence. “We have to build up the capability of our armed forces to […]
House deputy minority leader Representative Bernadette Herrera has endorsed to the House committee on health House Bill 4602, amending the Magna Carta of Public Health Workers, which became law 32 years ago in March 1992. “For too long, the provisions of Republic Act No. 7305, the Magna Carta of Public Health Workers, have remained static, […]
World-class performers showcasing the country’s rich artistic and cultural heritage visited the House of Representatives for the institution’s flag raising ceremony and celebration of the 2024 National Arts Month (NAM).House Committee on Welfare of Children chairperson and BHW Party-list Representative Angelica Natasha Co, who graced the event as guest speaker, said that Philippine art reflects […]
New laws are not needed to address most complaints on discounts for seniors and PWDs, according to ranking members of the House of Representatives. Senior Citizen Party-list Representative Rodolfo Ordanes pointed out that the charter of the PhilSys ID is Republic Act 11055. “It has provisions in its Section 8 for ‘special arrangements’ for the […]
The House of Representatives approved on second reading House Bill 9670, which seeks to institutionalize and enhance the role of parent-teacher and community associations (PTCA) in promoting the welfare and protecting the rights of children. It would amend Presidential Decree No. 603 or the Child and Youth Welfare Code. The measure aims to harness the […]
The House of Representatives on second reading House Bill No. 9726, which seeks to strengthen the governance and management of the Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System. The bill seeks to increase student access to free, quality, and globally competitive education so that the country can have more professionals trained in science, technology, and innovation. […]
The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Culture chaired by Pasig City Representative Roman Romulo approved House Bill 7893, providing education pathways for basic education students.The bill declares that the State shall ensure opportunities for Filipinos, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, disability, and association, to attain their maximum potential and enhance their employability […]