Tag: Press Release

Jinggoy files resolution commending Filipina peace negotiator for winning Magsaysay Award

SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed Senate Resolution No. 780 congratulating and commending Filipina peace negotiator Miriam Coronel-Ferrer for being named one of this year’s Ramon Magsaysay Awardees. “She is an empowered Filipina and an inspiring figure in public service who embodies courage, tenacity, empathy, and compassion. Her storied career advocating harmony, unity, and the…
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Jinggoy seeks stiffer penalties vs game-fixing in sporting events in PH

SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada wants more severe penalties, including life imprisonment and substantial fines, against individuals who will be found guilty of game-fixing in professional or amateur sporting events in the country. “It is imperative that we uphold the true spirit of fair play and athletic excellence, preserving and protecting the integrity of sports activities…
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Jinggoy’s ‘Nars Para sa Bayan’ bill gets committee green light

A BILL providing scholarships to deserving nursing students and a return service program, on top of their mandatory internship program, filed by Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has been given the green light at the committee level in the Senate. “Para sa mga nagnanais na makapagtapos ng kursong nursing ngunit wala silang pangtustos, ito na ang…
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Jinggoy files resolution honoring multi-awarded broadcast journalist Mike Enriquez

SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution expressing the Senate’s sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of veteran and multi-awarded broadcast journalist Miguel “Mike” Enriquez who passed away on Tuesday.  In his proposed Senate Resolution No. 770, Estrada extolled Enriquez’s sterling career and his contributions to Philippine journalism and broadcast communication.  “His passing…
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Jinggoy calls for Senate inquiry on new travel requirements

In the light of a public uproar on the new travel guidelines issued by the executive branch, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has called for the conduct of a Senate investigation into the tighter rules issued by the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) for Filipinos traveling abroad, citing concerns over potential violation to the constitutionally-guaranteed right…
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Senate approves Caregivers’ Welfare Act

Senators on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, approved the measure recognizing the role of caregivers in national development, ensuring their rights to decent employment and affording them monetary and non-monetary benefits. With a vote of 21-0, the proposed “Caregivers’ Welfare Act” or Senate Bill No. 2019 was approved on third and final reading. “Para sa mga…
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Message on National Heroes’ Day

Today, on National Heroes Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to embody the admirable qualities of our heroes. Their legacy inspires us to create positive change, stand up for what is right, and contribute to the welfare of our society. I’m proud that this year’s National Heroes’ Day celebration coincided with the enactment of a…
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Jinggoy vows to hold accountable employers of maltreated kasambahay Elvie Vergara

IN response to the deeply concerning case of maltreated and physically abused kasambahay Elvie Vergara, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has vowed to take decisive action to hold her employers accountable for the alleged violent and inhumane acts she suffered at their hands.  “Walang puwang sa lipunan ang mga taong pinagsilbihan ni Elvie ng anim na…
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Jinggoy proposes life and accident insurance, retirement benefits for electrical line workers

SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is pushing for the legislation of an employer-provided package of insurance and other benefits for all line workers in the power industry sector, ensuring them a minimum coverage of as much as P2 million. “Given the hazards that come with their job, line workers more than deserve a package of insurance…
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Jinggoy: Add 20% discount on travel tax to seniors’ leisure rights

It’s more fun for PH seniors SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has introduced a bill optimizing the leisure rights of senior citizens by granting them a 20 percent discount on travel tax so they can afford to travel in the country and abroad. “Para sa mga kagaya ko na senior citizen na at nais na makapag-travel…
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