9 lawmakers file anti-red tagging bill
The authors of House Bill 9437 or “Anti Red-Tagging Act of 2021” noted that the practice was being done by government officials with the use of public funds, and had an “irreversible impact” on the victims.
Congress approves bill promoting online payments in gov’t agencies
The House of Representatives on Thursday, March 25 approved on final reading a bill that seeks to promote electronic and digital payments for transactions in government agencies. House Bill 8992, or the “Promotion of Digital Payments Act” seeks to “facilitate...
Duterte urges Congress to hasten establishment of OFWs department
In his recorded public address aired on Tuesday, Duterte noted that a government agency dedicated for OFWs was one his promises during his campaign for the presidency.
Lawmakers pledge to increase budget for Covid-19 vaccines – DOH
Lawmakers have promised to increase the set P2.5-billion budget of the Department of Health (DOH) for the procurement of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) vaccines as part of the proposed P4.5-trillion budget for 2021.
Duterte calls Congress to special session to hasten passage of 2021 budget
Palace spokesman Harry Roque said Duterte called for the resumption of congressional deliberations “to avoid any further delays” on the bill’s passage.