The increased presence of Chinese dredging vessels operating in Zambales province is a matter of serious concern. The authorities claim that the purpose is to rehabilitate the heavily silted river channels and prevent flooding, but recent news reports suggest otherwise. These vessels are extracting sand from our rivers and transporting it to the reclamation areas.…
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SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has sought the passage of a law requiring all regional and provincial hospitals to set up dialysis centers to address the rising number of kidney disease cases in the country. “Sophisticated medical equipment and advanced facilities are concentrated in highly urbanized cities. Consequently, patients from rural areas often need to travel…
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I stand in solidarity with the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Philippine Coast Guard in urging China to stop harassing our vessels en route to the resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea. Makailang beses nang nangyari ang mga ganitong banggaan sa karagatan na kinasasangkutan ng barko ng PCG at ng…
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THE Senate today adopted three concurrent resolutions favoring President Marcos Jr.’s grant of amnesty to various rebel and insurgent groups in the country, less than three months after the signing of the presidential proclamations. “The congressional concurrence to the presidential proclamations signifies the Filipino people’s support to the comprehensive peace efforts and genuine commitment of…
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AS a prominent figure in the country’s movie and television industry, the untimely passing of veteran actress Jaclyn Jose is a tragic loss to the entertainment industry as she has made a remarkable imprint for her unique and world-class talent, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. “Nakaukit sa kasaysayan ng pelikulang Pilipino ang mga parangal…
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I respect the opinions and role of my colleagues from the House of Representatives but I believe that they are mistaken in their interpretation of the Constitution. The power to propose amendments to the Constitution was given not to a unicameral body, but to a bicameral body – which is what we have today —…
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I commiserate with the Armed Forces of the Philippines on the loss of six valiant men who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their unwavering commitment to safeguarding our nation cost them dearly and we honor their memory with utmost respect and gratitude. In this somber moment, I extend our deepest condolences…
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It is worth noting that the Senate has heeded the President’s earlier call to be at the forefront of crafting proposed Charter changes, specifically on the economic provisions in the Constitution, preserving the bicameral nature of the legislation. This was even before the “word war” between the two Chambers escalated. By taking the lead in…
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Voting 22-0-0, the Senate passed today on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 2505, or the proposed “Eddie Garcia” law, that will protect and support movie and television workers from unfair treatment and poor working conditions, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said. “A product of your Senate’s commitment to put forward the welfare of workers,…
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A BILL mandating a P100 daily pay increase for minimum wage earners, estimated to be around 4.2 million nationwide, has been approved by the Senate on third and final reading. “Let it be said that this august chamber is responsive to the needs of our kababayans, especially on the back of rising cost of living…
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