House Senior Deputy Minority Leader and Northern Samar 1st district Rep. Paul Daza



For Northern Samar 1st district Rep. Paul Daza, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ought to be "encouraged" to modernize its licensure examinations following the recent release of the 2022 Bar examination results. Daza cited the “steadily improving” passing rate of Bar exam as possible motivation for other professional licensure boards to adopt a more digital and inclusive approach to their examinations. “I hope that these positive developments encourage the Professional Regulation Commission to ramp up the modernization of other licensure exams,” said the House senior deputy minority leader. Through the digitalization and modernization of licensure processes, Daza hopes that the country would keep producing competitive professionals while upholding inclusion and social equity. Daza recently urged the government to find a solution to the growing problem of Philippine nurses choosing to work abroad, resulting in a shortage of active nurses here in the country He specifically suggested that the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd), the PRC, and its Board of Nursing reassess "flaws in the licensure framework with its complicated, almost archaic regulations". Daza insisted that there’s a need for a "system overhaul". Aside from nurses, the veteran solon said there is also a huge demand for other professionals such as accountants, physicians, and agriculturists. He hopes that passing rates in these professions can also be increased through alternative and inclusive licensing paths. “Let us, by all means, continue to raise the standard for Filipino skills—but let’s not compromise when it comes to being inclusive. We are stewards of the next generation of Filipino talent. We must empower all those who seek to be professionals and serve our country, regardless of social status or physical condition," he said.