(MANILA BULLETIN) Citing the increasing cost of basic goods and services, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a bill that seeks to provide a new round of take-home pay increases for an estimated 1.9 million government employees. To increase the salary for government employees, Senate Bill No. 2611 proposes a four-year implementation of the Salary Standardization…
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Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada filed a bill proposing a new round of take-home pay increases for an estimated 1.9 million government employees. To increase the salary for government employees, Senate Bill No. 2611 proposes a four-year implementation of the Salary Standardization Law VI, which will be given in four tranches, resulting in a 10 to…
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Jinggoy proposes new pay hike for 1.9M gov’t employees: Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a bill proposing a new round of increase in the take-home pay of an estimated 1.9 million government employees. This bill aims to provide a 10 to 46 percent adjustment in their salaries during the four-year implementation of the proposed…
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(MANILA BULLETIN) A resolution honoring the contributions of award-winning prosthetic artist Cecille Baun to the country’s cinema industry has been filed in the Senate. Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed Senate Resolution No. 1005 expressing the Senate’s profound sympathy and sincere condolences to Baun’s family. Baun passed away last March 11, 2024, at the age…
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SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution honoring the contributions of award-winning prosthetic artist Cecille Baun to the country’s cinema industry. Baun is considered an industry pillar and creative genius who raised the bar for movie production and artistry. “Her prodigious handiwork, innovative techniques, and boundless imagination were crucial elements in realizing the vision…
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With no less than the President calling for a prompt review of minimum wage rates in all regions, this already ensures the possibility of a new salary increase for our workers. I strongly support taking a proactive approach towards ensuring fair compensation for our workers, especially in light of the rising cost of goods and…
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(PHILSTAR) MANILA, Philippines — Annulment should be made free of charge if the absolute divorce bill faces rough sailing at the Senate, Rep. Janette Garin said yesterday. “Why don’t they make annulment free of charge? We’re looking at something where both parties will no longer spend money for it,” Garin said. “Couples who are locked…
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