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Senator Migz Zubiri welcomed the Senate’s approval on third reading of Senate Bill No. 2906, also known as the Philippine Agriculturists Act, hailing it as a long overdue recognition of the vital role of agriculturists in national development. “This is a great day for our fellow agriculturists, who have been waiting for a long time […]
The Senate approved on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 2895 amending Republic Act No. 10591 otherwise known as the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act. “With the approval of the amendments under the bill, it clarifies licensing and registration procedures which will promote compliance; strengthens regulations against illegal firearms and enhances public safety; […]
Rather than throwing brickbats over the supposed timing and intent of the approval by the House of Representatives’ labor and employment committee of the wage hike bill, the committee’s chairperson urged the country to instead stand united in calling for the immediate passage of the measure. “Mas mahalaga po na tumindig tayo at magkaisa para […]
The Negros Occidental Palarong Panlalawigan officially kicked with its opening ceremony at the Panaad Park and Stadium in Bacolod City.The event began with a parade by various athletic delegations all over Negros Occidental, including the Bacolod City Division Athletic Association Division, Bago City Division Athletic Association Division, Cadiz City Division Athletic Association Division, among many […]
The House of Representatives is working on a bill (House Bill 8659) meant to raise the plumbing profession to an engineering profession. A technical committee was tasked to iron out some provisions and harmonize the bill with those of related professions such as sanitary engineering. “I first give credit to my friend and colleague, Congresswoman […]
Following the release of the Year Two Report of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), former Davao City lawmaker Karlo Nograles has pledged to make early childhood care and development (ECCD) a top priority, vowing to establish at least one Child Development Center (CDC) in each of the city’s 182 barangays to combat […]
Former Philippine National Police and now Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa expressed disappointment over the resurgence of drugs in the country after the term of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The lawmaker compared the anecdotes during the implementation of Duterte’s drug war and the current administration’s anti-narcotics campaign. “Ang daming tao na nagsasabi na nagpapasalamat sila […]
“We extend heartfelt greetings to all our Filipino-Chinese friends and to the entire Fil-Chi community for a prosperous New Year. We also humbly express our deep gratitude for their unwavering support and fervent commitment to economic prosperity and good governance.” Former Davao City representative and Civil Service Commission Chair Karlo Nograles made these remarks on […]
The United Senior Citizens Party-list is calling for more protection for the elderly against abuse. “Reports of elderly abuse continue to come up. Only this month we have had at least two cases of horrendous crimes committed against the elderly. We appeal to the government to exert greater effort to protect our sector,” United Senior […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano concluded his trip to Hong Kong recently with a heartwarming meet-and-greet with Overseas Filipino Workers and community leaders. The event, held at the OFW Global Centre in Hong Kong, was a brief yet meaningful gathering where Cayetano, together with his sister Senator Pia Cayetano, reconnected with the Filipino community in a […]