P2.4B for new NBI headquarters OK'd
THE National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will soon have its new home after the approval of the P2.4-billion budget for the purpose.
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Press Release - Bong Go calls for prioritization of construction, improvements of more classrooms while commending VP Sara's decision not to pursue confidential funds
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go, during the Senate plenary deliberation for the Department of Education's (DepEd) 2024 budget on Thursday, November 9, stressed the need to prioritize the construction of classrooms to help improve the country's education infrastructure after DepEd Secretary and Vice President Sara Duterte dropped an earlier request to have confidential funds allotted to the department.
Press Release - Bong Go fights for substantial boost in PH sports budget at Senate plenary delibs for 2024 appropriations
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Sports, emphasized the need to invest in sports programs given its crucial role in nation-building. He appealed to the Department of Budget and Management to give importance to sports as he questioned the measly allocation year after year during the Senate plenary discussions on the 2024 budget on Wednesday, November 8.
Press Release - Tulfo supports budget of judiciary; urges colleagues to allocate budget for judges' hazard pay, creation of family courts
Senator Idol Raffy Tulfo expressed full support for the 2024 national budget of the Judiciary branch to ensure that it will remain independent and not beholden to anyone in dispensing justice.
Press Release - SP Zubiri's statement on the SC decision concerning the Pharmally case
We, in the Senate, recognize the decision of the Supreme Court on the case involving Pharmally executives and, at the same time, welcome the decision of the Highest Court affirming the Senate's power to hold witnesses in contempt during hearings in aid of legislation.
Press Release - For Food Security: Robin to Help Defend DA's 2024 Budget
To help ensure the country's food security, Sen. Robinhood "Robin" C. Padilla vowed on Monday to do his part in ensuring the Department of Agriculture's budget for 2024 gets the nod of lawmakers.
Press Release - Villanueva on quality jobs: Year-Round 'Aginaldo' for every Filipino
Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva, principal sponsor and author of the Trabaho para sa Bayan Act, pushes for more quality jobs for the Filipinos, saying seasonal employment should not be a benchmark for the country's lower unemployment rate.
Probe pushed on how foreigners get govt IDs, passports
SEN. Imee Marcos yesterday called for an investigation into how foreign workers, mostly employed by Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) outlets, have been able to obtain legitimate government-issued identification cards and pushed for sanctions against those involved in the modus.