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Sen. Idol Raffy Tulfo questioned the Bureau of Immigration's (BI) apparent lack of vigilance and failure to timely file cases against erring employees of pertinent offices of the local civil registrar and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) who are in connivance with foreign nationals in the issuance of fake Philippine passports and birth certificates.
A resolution commending and honoring former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. for his illustrious career and invaluable contributions to the country was adopted in the Senate Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Mr. President, esteemed colleagues,
Senator Mark Villar delivered his sponsorship speech on the proposed amendments to the charter of the Development Bank of the Philippines. Senate Bill No. 2804 authored by Senator Mark Villar and Senate President Chiz Escudero has undergone multiple consultative meetings, public hearings, and technical working group sessions to craft Committee Report No. 308, which Senator Mark sponsored on the Senate floor.
To strengthen the government's capability to handle international maritime disputes, especially with the increasing aggression of China in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), Senate Majority Leader Francis 'Tol' Tolentino renewed his push for the creation of a specialized unit of public prosecutors that will focus on admiralty and maritime cases.
Mr. President and distinguished colleagues:
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go mobilized his Malasakit team to provide aid to fire victims in Barangay BF Homes in Parañaque City on Friday, August 23, in coordination with Barangay Captain Jeremy Marquez and the Ipilville Home Owners Association.
"Cross my heart, cross my heart ka pa d'yan. Tuparin niyo ang pangako ninyo."