Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Saturday raised concerns over what he described as “questionable” lump-sum appropriations for infrastructure projects included in the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027. Lacson said he would seek clarification from the government agencies...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has filed two measures seeking to raise the compulsory retirement age for personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP) as well as the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) from 56 to 57. In filing Senate Bill Nos....
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has filed a resolution seeking an investigation into the rehabilitation and repair of Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) after fresh potholes emerged on newly repaired portions of the highway following recent monsoon rains. In filing Senate Resolution No. 594,...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Thursday, August 13 renewed his call to abolish the so-called “leadership fund” or “allocables” from the national budget, saying it is not merely another form of pork barrel, but a worse version of the outlawed system. Lacson made the remark following...
All unpermitted reclaimed areas in Taguig City—whether belonging to the local government or to private individuals or entities—are subject to forfeiture in favor of the national government. Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson disclosed this on Monday, August 10 saying this was made clear by...
The Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) has started the forfeiture process in favor of the national government of several hectares of illegally reclaimed land on the Taguig side of Laguna Lake. Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson, made the disclosure on Sunday, August 9, and also said that PRA has...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Saturday hailed Filipina tennis star Alex Eala as the country’s “newest and youngest national hero” after she battled through a right-foot injury to defeat Caty McNally at the Canadian Open. “Make way for our newest and youngest national hero - Alex...
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Friday defended the lakeshore development in Taguig City amid criticism from fellow Senator Panfilo Lacson, as he said the project was intended to protect Laguna Lake and benefit the public. In a Facebook livestream, Cayetano said the development was...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Friday, Aug. 7, urged authorities to investigate not only the conflicting statements of the so-called “Maleta Boys” but also the individuals who may be behind the allegations and the confusion surrounding them. Lacson made the call after four of the 18 men...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Friday, August 7 called for an end to the impunity that has accompanied the unabated and illegal reclamation operations disguised as flood control and mitigation projects in the Taguig side of Laguna Lake for several years. Lacson said these illegal activities...
The Commission on Audit (COA) 's rules governing the audit of confidential and intelligence funds (CIF) should be updated and expanded to ensure greater accountability, Senator-Judge Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said Wednesday, Aug. 5. In Day 13 of the impeachment trial of Vice President...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Wednesday, August 5 rejected another insinuation by Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano that he is pushing for investigations because he is allied with those in power. Lacson also said the disgraced former Senate leader wants him investigated because...
