"In order for us to survive and move forward, we had to undergo the process of adaptation. We had to let go of our old habits and adopt new systems, approaches, and a new way of doing things until the pandemic is over,” Galvez said in his year-end message.
Agusan del Norte 1st District Representative Lawrence “Law” Fortun pushes for a "major upgrade" of the Solo Parents Act, which became a law 20 years ago.
Senior Citizens Party-List Representative Rodolfo “Ompong” Ordanes voiced out his support towards the Department of Health’s move to prioritize senior citizens once the COVID-19 vaccine starts rolling out in the country.
Speaker Lord Allan Velasco vows to further promote human rights to adequate food and equal opportunities during the commemoration of Human Rights Consciousness Week at the House of Representatives.
Gaya ni Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Representative Bernadette Herrera, pabor ka rin ba sa desisyon ni Mayor Joy na gawing 18 years old ang pinakabatang pwedeng lumabas?
ORDANES: "Raising the APOR limit to 65 has done some good but there are tens of thousands of seniors whose health has suffered because they have hardly moved around for limited physical exercise, fresh air, and interaction with other people."
"We need this signed into law already, especially now that we have a pandemic. Studies show there has been a significant spike of rape and sexual abuse cases owing to circumstances contributing to the further vulnerability of children and women."
A measure seeking to recognize the indigenous cultural communities and indigenous peoples community conserved territories and areas hurdled committee level at the House of Representatives on Thursday.