Time to end harassment and public shaming in debt collection: Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada supports the passage into law of the proposed Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, saying that unfair collection practices employing dirty tactics such as harassment, threats, and other notorious acts bordering on criminal behavior must be stopped. Estrada co-sponsors Senate Bill No.…
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Mr. President, distinguished colleagues, This representation wishes to co-sponsor Senate Bill No. 1744 under Committee Report No. 26 or the proposed Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Due process is paramount in the Bill of Rights under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, as contained in Article III, Sections 1 and 14. Further, consumer rights are protected under…
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