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Senate recognition for historic win of Sofronio Vasquez sought

(PNA) MANILA – Senators on Tuesday sought to formally commend Sofronio Vasquez III for being the first Filipino and first Asian to win the international singing competition “The Voice USA.” In Senate Resolution No. (SRN) 1262, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada recognized Vasquez’s demonstration of relentless perseverance, determination, and resilience in pursuing his dreams, not…
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Jinggoy Estrada hits Vivamax for alleged pornographic contents

(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — “Are we normalizing porn on streaming platforms now? Ang mga ganitong klaseng pelikula ba ang magsasalba sa industriya (will these kind of films save the industry?” Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada couldn’t help but raise these questions on Monday when he expressed his concern and “strongest condemnation” over the proliferation…
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Bicam OKs final version of 2025 nat’l budget bill; retains P733M for OVP

(UNITED NEWS) The bicameral conference committee has approved the final version of the 2025 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) which contains the P6.352 trillion national budget plan for next year. Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada said that the budget for the Office of the Vice President remained at P733 million. “As is,” Estrada said when…
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For peace and safety: Jinggoy lauds Senate approval of Chemical Weapons ban

(POLITIKO) Senate Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada has hailed the Senate passage of the proposed Chemical Weapons Prohibition Act. “Thirty-one years after the Philippines signed the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), and 28 years since the Senate concurred in the ratification of the same, finally we are one step closer to fulfilling our commitment of enacting a…
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Senate OKs bill banning chemical weapons

(GMA NEWS) The Senate on Monday approved on third and final reading a bill banning the production, financing, and use of chemical weapons. Senate Bill 2871 or the proposed “Chemical Weapons Prohibition Act: was approved with 22-0 votes. In his speech after the approval of the measure, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada highlighted that…
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Bill banning chemical weapons gets Senate nod

(PNA) MANILA – Senate Bill (SB) No. 2871 or the Chemical Weapons Prohibition Act was approved with 22 affirmative votes, zero negative and zero abstentions. In his manifestation, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada highlighted the Philippines’ dedication to global disarmament, aiming to eliminate chemical weapons, prevent their misuse, and protect future generations. He noted that…
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Hindi na magsisiksikan sa gym at school! Jinggoy lauds law on permanent evacuation centers

(POLITIKO) Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada has lauded the decision of the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to establish permanent evacuation centers in every city and municipality. “Kung may maaasahang ligtas na lugar sa panahon ng kagipitan o kalamidad, hindi na mag-aatublili ang mga kababayan natin na lumikas kung kinakailangan at magsumiksik sa…
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Estrada: Permanent evacuation centers for every city, town now a law

(INQUIRER) When disaster strikes, Filipinos can now seek refuge in storm-resilient, fully-equipped, safe, and decent evacuation centers that will be set up for displaced families affected by natural calamities, human-induced disasters, or public health crises, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said. “Hindi natin kontrolado ang kalikasan kaya dapat handa tayo sa pagbibigay ng…
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Stronger together: Jinggoy backs PH-Japan defense pact

(POLITIKO) Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has expressed support for the Reciprocal Access and Cooperation agreement between the Philippines and Japan. “Japan has been our partner in development in more ways than one,” said Estrada who chairs the Senate Senate Committee on National Defense and Security. “It is about time that we stand…
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Evac sites, student loan freeze laws okayed

(SUNSTAR) PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. signed two laws on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. One mandates the construction of storm-resilient evacuation centers, while the other provides financial relief to students in calamity-declared areas. During a ceremony in Malacañang, Marcos said the enactment of the laws underscores the government’s commitment to protecting families and students affected…
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