While among the functions and responsibilities of the Senate is to act as an impeachment court, its primary mandate is to legislate – to craft, deliberate, and pass laws that promote the general welfare of the people.
The passage of the priority bills should take precedence as asserted by Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero as sine die adjournment marks the official end of our regular session. Alinsunod din ito sa napagkasunduan sa LEDAC meeting na binubuo ng Ehekutibo, Senado at Mababang Kapulungan.