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Committee on Public Services Chairperson Raffy Tulfo expressed concern about the lack of anti-drone technology at airports and other critical government establishments in the country. In the committee’s hearing recently, Capt. Ian Michael del Castillo from the Flight Operations Department of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) admitted that they still do not […]
Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the power of culture and history in shaping modern Filipino identity at the relaunch of the National Archives of the Philippines’ (NAP) archival exhibition, “Manila: Nexus of Empire”, which explores Manila’s significant role as the heart of Spanish influence in Asia from the 16th to the 19th century. “When the Spanish […]
Senator Joel Villanueva emphasized the importance of bringing medical services closer to the people during the Tesdaman Medical Caravan held in the towns of Norzagaray and Angat, Bulacan recently. The initiative, in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH), aims to improve healthcare access for those in dire need of medical services. It underscores Villanueva’s […]
The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) commended the pronouncement of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Education (DepEd), committing that 15,000 new plantilla positions will be allocated to ensure that each school has a principal regardless of size. In its Year Two Report, entitled “Fixing the Foundations,” EDCOM 2 highlighted the […]
In reinforcing the province’s unwavering commitment to quality education and professional development, the Provincial Government of Bulacan inked the agreement with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Bulacan State University (BulSU) that will provide studentship to public school teachers that took place at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium in the City of Malolos.This Memorandum of Agreement […]
Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan has reiterated his commitment to look into the root cause of the high prices of goods, particularly rice, should he regain a Senate seat in the May elections. “Tumatakbo tayo hindi para pabagsakin ang administrasyon. Hindi rin natin hangarin na pabagsakin ang oposisyon. Ang mataas na presyo ng mga bilihin ang […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano lauded the committee’s approval of the Enhanced Consumer Act of the Philippines which empowers consumers to better understand their protections and obligations when using goods and services responsibly. The measure, a crucial update to the country’s consumer protection framework that clarifies consumer rights and responsibilities in the digital age, was filed […]
Senator Win Gatchalian wants persons with disabilities (PWDs) to have easier access to the public transport system to enable them to actively engage in their communities and contribute meaningfully to society. While Gatchalian has been calling out individuals who exploit fake PWD IDs for personal gain, he stressed the equally important need to ensure that […]
Ensuring swift and efficient disaster response is crucial in a country prone to natural calamities. Senator Joel Villanueva reaffirmed this commitment by leading the turnover of 15 mobile kitchens, 2 mobile water tankers, and 2 mobile water treatment units to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in a ceremony at the DSWD National […]
The House Committee on Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples, chaired by Kalinga Representative Allen Jesse Mangaoang, hosted the signing of the memorandum of agreement between the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) and the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs (MIPA) aimed at promoting the rights and socio-economic welfare of indigenous peoples (IPs) and non-Moro […]