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RAFFY TULFO PUSHES FOR REVISION OF PCG LAW

As Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services and Auxiliary Rear Admiral of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) Executive Squadron, Senator Raffy Tulfo continues to push for the passage of his Senate Bill No. (SBN) 2116, or the “Revised Philippine Coast Guard Law”. In his sponsorship speech in the Senate, Tulfo said that […]

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PANGILINAN TO LEAD ‘SAGIP SAKA DAY 2026’

Senator Kiko Pangilinan will lead the launching of “Sagip Saka Day 2026” on Saturday, May 9, in Quezon City to strengthen his advocacies in uplifting the lives of farmers and fisherfolk, promoting rural development and sustainable farming practices, and ensuring national food security. Pangilinan, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform […]

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BONG GO HONORS LATE NCR TODA LEADER ACE SEVILLA

Senator Bong Go renewed his call for stronger support for tricycle drivers, operators, delivery riders, and other transport workers as the continuing fuel crisis sustains the burden of high pump prices, vehicle maintenance costs, and daily livelihood uncertainty for Filipinos who depend on transport work to feed their families. Go emphasized that transport workers, especially […]

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CHIANG KAI SHEK COLLEGE DONATES MOTORBIKES TO MPD

Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso welcomed the donation of 20 motorcycle units for the Manila Police District (MPD) from Chiang Kai Shek College. The turnover was held during the weekly flag-raising ceremony at Manila City Hall, with MPD District Director PBGen. Arnold Santiago present to receive the vehicles on behalf of the police district. […]

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MARK VILLAR BATS TO PROTECT HISTORICAL LANDMARKS

Senator Mark Villar has filed a bill aimed at strengthening the conservation and protection of the country’s cultural and historical heritage by proposing amendments on the provisions of the incentive framework and penal provision provided for under Republic Act No. 10066, or the National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009. The amendatory measure seeks to address […]

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BONG GO WARNS PUBLIC ON EXTREME HEAT INDEX

Senator Christopher Bong Go, adopted son of CALABARZON, recently dispatched his Malasakit Team to extend additional assistance to fire victims in Barangay Dulong Bayan, Bacoor City, Cavite. Amid the ongoing dry season, Go, in a video call, highlighted the dangerously rising heat index levels across the country, stressing how extreme temperatures not only threaten public […]

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PANGILINAN: GO AFTER PROFITEERS, RICE HOARDERS

Senator Kiko Pangilinan expressed deep concern over the reported 13.7% rice inflation rate for April 2026 and raised fears of price manipulation and profiteering amid the spike. The chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform called on the government to go after profiteers, hoarders, and abusive traders behind a possible rice […]

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MARKS START OF SESSIONS

The House of Representatives (HRep) held its flag-raising ceremony on Monday, marking the resumption of plenary sessions.  House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, together with Senior Deputy Speaker (SDS) Ferdinand Hernandez, graced the ceremony. “The House of Representatives’ strength goes beyond titles.” Hernandez underscored the role of employees in rebuilding public trust for the HRep, […]

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TAN THANKS ANGARA FOR LONG PARTNERSHIP WITH SAMAR

Strengthening its commitment to quality and accessible education, Samar Governor Sharee Ann Tan met with Department of Education Secretary Sonny Angara to discuss key programs and initiatives aimed at advancing the education sector in the province. The meeting highlighted Samar’s priority education agenda, including support for learners, teachers, and schools across the province.  Central to […]

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SENATE GREENLIGHTS FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

The Senate passed on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 1432 or the People’s Freedom of Information Act seeking to provide the public with easy access to official government records, documents, and research data. Once enacted, the bill will expand Executive Order No. 2 issued by former President Rodrigo Duterte, which recognizes the people’s […]