The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has formally submitted a copy of the proposed national budget for fiscal year 2025 to the Senate. Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero, together with other senators, receives a copy of the National Expenditure Program (NEP)...
The Senate Committee on Public Works is set to grill officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) over the apparent faulty flood control system that was evident during the height of Typhoon Carina’s onslaught in major...
An aspiring navy cadet died after falling from the construction site of the New Senate building along Chino Roces Ave. Extension, Brgy. Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. "It is with deep sorrow and concern that we confirm the tragic incident that occurred last night," Senate Spokesperson Atty. Arnel...
Suspended Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo has apologized to Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero over her earlier remarks against some senators but the latter refuses to give in to her requests. In her letter to Escudero dated July 22, Guo explained she has no intention of...
The Senate’s investigation into all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO)-related crimes will continue even after President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. issued the directive to ban all POGOs in the country, Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said on Tuesday, July 23....
The Senate is keen on approving the proposed P6.352-trillion National Expenditure Program (NEP) for 2025 before the end of the year, Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said on Monday, July 22. But Escudero said the Senate will thoroughly scrutinize each provision in the next...
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Monday, July 22, said the Senate will remain steadfast and unyielding in defending the country’s sovereignty. (Contributed Photo) Escudero made the promise in his speech during the opening of the 19 th Congress’ Third Regular Session...
The measures proposing amendments to the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), the Foreign Investors’ Long-Term Lease Act are up on the table as the Senate prepares for the opening of the Third Regular Session of the 19 th Congress, Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said on...
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Wednesday, July 17 assured that the Senate will work harder to maintain the public’s trust in the institution. Escudero made the assurance after a recent Pulse Asia survey showed him holding a 69 percent trust rating. “On...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s approval ratings will surely rise and improve if he decides to announce a total ban on the operations of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) in his upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA) next week. Senate Minority Leader Aquilino...
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) should finalize the projected cost of the New Senate Building which is expected to rise significantly between P25-billion to P27-billion, Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano said. Cayetano, chairman of the Senate Committee on Accounts which is...
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said the Senate has yet to receive a copy of the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the Philippines and Japan but vowed to work for its immediate ratification considering its significant impact to the country’s defense and security. ...
