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Jinggoy ipinanukala libreng gamot para sa mga purdoy sa pampublikong ospital

(ABANTE) Itinutulak ni Senador Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada ang isang panukalang batas na nag-uutos sa lahat ng local government units (LGUs) na maglaan ng bahagi ng kanilang national tax allotment upang gawing libre ang mga gamot para sa mga mahihirap na pasyente sa mga pampublikong ospital. “Kadalasang libre ang konsultasyon at hospitalization sa mga pampublikong ospital,…
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Solon pushes passage of free medicines to indigent patients bill

(PNA) MANILA – Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Thursday pushed for the passage of his bill mandating all local government units (LGUs) set aside a portion of their national tax allotment share for free medicines for indigent patients. “Kadalasang libre ang konsultasyon at hospitalization sa mga pampublikong ospital, health care centers o clinics. Pero nawawalan naman ng…
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Estrada wants waste management firm probed for ‘unethical practice’

(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Jinggoy Estrada has filed a resolution pushing for an inquiry in aid of legislation into the alleged “unethical practice” of the International Solid Waste Integrated Management Specialist Inc. (I-SWIMS) of not giving garbage collectors sufficient benefits. Estrada, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Labor, Employment and Human Resources Development, said…
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Senate panel to probe garbage firm over alleged labor violations

(MANILA BULLETIN) The Senate Committee on Labor and Employment is keen on investigating the alleged violations on labor and employment of a certain garbage hauler firm that services various cities in Metro Manila. Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada, chairman of the Senate labor panel, said it is imperative for the committee to look into the reported…
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Pang-aabuso sa mga basurero ng garbage hauler tatalupan ni Jinggoy

(ABANTE) Sisiyasatin ni Senador Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada, chairperson ng Committee on Labor Committee, ang mga umano’y paglabag sa batas sa paggawa ng isang kumpanya ng naghahakot ng basura na nagseserbisyo sa iba’t ibang lungsod sa Metro Manila.  Inihain ni Estrada ang Senate Resolution No. 914 na naglalayong magsagawa ng isang pagsisiyasat, in aid of legislation,…
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Estrada seeks posthumous recognition for lensman Romy Vitug

(THE MANILA TIMES) SEN. Jose “Jinggoy” Estrada filed Senate Resolution (SR) 908 expressing this and his colleagues’ sympathy and condolences to the bereaved family of Romeo “Romy” Vitug, a legendary lensman and celebrated cinematographer. In his resolution, Estrada sought the Senate’s recognition of Vitug’s invaluable contribution to Philippine cinema. “Vitug’s unparalleled artistry and eye for…
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Jinggoy Honors Romy Vitug’s Unparalleled Artistry: A Great Loss To The Film Industry

(POLITIKO) Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada pays tribute to the late cinematographer Romy Vitug, celebrating his unparalleled artistry and significant contributions to Philippine cinema in a Senate resolution filed after Vitug’s recent passing. Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada files a Senate resolution honoring the late cinematographer Romy Vitug for his exceptional artistry and contribution to Philippine cinema.…
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Senate reso honors Samboy Lim’s major feats in PH basketball

(MANILA BULLETIN) A measure seeking to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of the late Avelino “Samboy” Lim has been filed at the Senate.  Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada, in filing Senate Resolution No. 911, said Lim merits the recognition of the Senate for showing his boundless passion for the sport and exhibiting the ideals of sportsmanship on…
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WATCH: People’s Initiative campaign an assault on checks and balances, says Jinggoy Estrada

(MANILA BULLETIN) The move to overwhelm the Senate’s 24 votes with the House of Representatives’ over 300 votes is nothing short of an affront to the principles of bicameralism, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada said. That is why, Estrada said insisting on a People’s Initiative (PI) as the mode to amend the 1987 Constitution is considered…
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CALL FOR PROBE | Senator urges investigation into disinformation on West Philippine Sea

(NEWS 5) (January 24, 2024) – Sen. Jinggoy Estrada sought an investigation into the alleged disinformation campaign on the West Philippine Sea to hold accountable those involved in such illicit activities that create an “adverse impact” on the country. Estrada, who heads the committee on national defense and security, said he decided to file Senate…
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