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PHOTO RELEASE: Courtesy Call on Roxas City Mayor Ronnie Dadivas During Panay Visit

Courtesy visit: Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada drops by for a courtesy call on Ronnie Dadivas (second from left) on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, during his visit to Panay Island. Also in the photo are Leodegario “Jun” Labao (leftmost) and Midelo Ocampo. (Office of Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada)

Statement on the Senate LBRMO’s finding that no insertions were made in the DPWH 2025 budget

From the very beginning, when this controversy surrounding the alleged questionable flood control projects surfaced, I have been consistent—and have repeatedly maintained—that the accusations against me are baseless, reckless, and utterly unsupported by any credible evidence. I have been an active participant in the Senate investigation on this matter because I know, without any doubt,…
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Jinggoy commends Gilas Women’s historic silver in FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup, seeks Senate commendation

FOR giving the country its first-ever podium finish in the prestigious continental tournament and elevating the Philippines’ standing in international basketball, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is seeking a Senate commendation for the Gilas Pilipinas Women’s team for winning the historic silver medal in the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup held in Singapore from April 1 to…
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Statement on China exploiting Middle East tensions to expand presence in the West Philippines Sea

This is unacceptable and deeply concerning. Multiple studies indicate that the West Philippine Sea holds significant untapped oil and natural gas resources. Any attempt to exploit the situation—at a time when global attention is focused on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East—not only undermines our sovereignty, but also threatens regional security and the rules-based…
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Statement on the signing into law of Republic Act No. 12316, allowing the President to reduce or suspend excise taxes on petroleum products

I voted a resounding “yes” and even co-authored this urgent measure when it wasdeliberated in the Senate. The President’s move shows a genuine commitment to help ease the burden of the Filipino people amid skyrocketing fuel prices. Lahat tayo ay apektado ng patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng langis—at kasunod nito, ang pagmahal ng mga…
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Explanation of Vote in Favor of Senate Bill No. 1982 (Committee Report No. 48): Automatic Suspension or Reduction of Excise Tax on Petroleum Products

EXPLANATION OF VOTE An Act Authorizing the President to Suspend or Reduce the Excise Tax on Petroleum Products, Amending for the Purpose Article 148 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as amended Senate Bill No. 1982 under Committee Report No. 48 Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada March 17, 2026 I vote a resounding yes…
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Co-Authorship and Co-Sponsorship Remarks on Senate Bill No. 1988 (Committee Report No. 50): Barrier-Free and Inclusive Tourism Act

CO-SPONSORSHIP AND CO-AUTHORSHIP REMARKS “Barrier-Free and Inclusive Tourism Act” Senate Bill No. 1988 under Committee Report No. 50 Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada March 17, 2026 Mr. President, distinguished colleagues, Kindly allow this representation co-author and to co-sponsor Senate Bill No. 1988 under Committee Report No. 50 mandating accessibility and inclusivity in all tourism sites for…
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Co-Sponsorship Remarks on Senate Bill No. 1982 under Committee Report No. 48: Automatic Suspension or Reduction of Excise Tax on Fuels

CO-SPONSORSHIP REMARKS An Act Allowing the Automatic Suspension or Reduction of Excise Tax on Fuels, Amending for the Purpose Article 148 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as amended SB 1982 CR 48 Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada March 16, 2026 Mr. President, this representation wishes to manifest my full support to this urgent…
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Co-Sponsorship Speech on Senate Bill No. 1965 (In Substitution of Senate Bill No. 1485) under Committee Report No. 45: An Act Amending the Biofuels Act of 2006 (Republic Act No. 9367)

Co-Sponsorship Speech AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 5 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9367, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “BIOFUELS ACT OF 2006” SBN 1965 in substitution of SBN 1485 under Committee Report No. 45 Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada March 16, 2026 Mr. President, distinguished colleagues, I rise today to express my strong support for this measure that…
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Co-Sponsorship Speech on Senate Bill No. 1981 under Committee Report No. 47: Basic Education Voucher Program Act

CO-SPONSORSHIP SPEECH An Act Establishing the Private Basic Education Voucher Program and Appropriating Funds Therefor, Repealing for the Purpose Republic Act No. 6728, Otherwise Known as the “Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education”, as Amended “Basic Education Voucher Program Act” Senate Bill No. 1981 under Committee Report No. 47 Senator Jinggoy Ejercito…
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