MANILA, Philippines, May 11 (Eagle News) — The Senate proceeded with its 22nd hearing on the alleged anomalies involving Vice President Jejomar Binay. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
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Majority of senators will support BBL
MANILA, Philippines – According to Senate President Franklin Drilon, majority of the senators promised their support of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) but this does not mean that they will railroad the passage of said law. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Palace remains hopeful Congress will enact the BBL
MANILA, Philippines, May 4 — As Senate resumes its discussion on the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) this week, the Palace is hopeful that both the Senate and the House of Representatives will consider passing it into law. “Umaasa po ang ating pamahalaan sa pangunguna ng Pangulo na bibigyang daan o aaprubahan ng magkabilang sangay ng lehislatura—ang Camara de Representantes at ang Senado—ang inihain na draft Bangsamoro Basic Law,” said Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio […]
Senate to investigate Customs Commissioner’s resignation
MANILA, Philippines, April 24 (Eagle News) — Senate wants to look into the reason why the Commissioner of the Bureau of Customs, John Sevilla, who resigned from his position due to political pressure. According to Senator Ferdinand Marcos Jr., there should be a clarification on what said “political pressure” is. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Senate asks Ombudsman to stop collection of additional terminal fees
MANILA, Philippines – The Senate asked the Office of the Ombudsman to stop the implementation of the memorandum-circular issued by the Manila International Airport Authority for the collection of additional terminal fee. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Senate to inspect Makati relocation site in Laguna
MANILA, Philippines, April 17 (Eagle News) — The Senate will conduct an ocular inspection on the controversial Makati relocation site in Calawan, Laguna which amounted to 1.2 billion pesos during the term of former Makati Mayor and now Vice-President Jejomar “Jojo” Binay Sr. Residents in the relocation site complained about lack of electricity and the use of substandard materials in the housing units. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Pampanga court did not allow Delfin Lee to attend Senate probe
In the face of the objections of Department of Justice (DOJ), the Pampanga court did not allow Delfin Lee to attend the Senate probe regarding Vice President Jejomar Binay Sr.
Senate asks Iqbal to reveal true identity
As the Senate Committee on Local Government continues with its investigation regarding the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), the Senate asked Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) chief negotiator Mohagher Iqbal to reveal his true identity with the latter refusing, saying that as a member of rebel group, he has a right to use an alias for his protection.
Senate to continue BBL hearing
The Senate will continue its hearing on the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) on April 13.
Sen Trillanes reveals details of Senate executive session
Senator Antonio Trillanes revealed details of the Senate executive session regarding the Mamasapano incident, despite the Senate vote to the contrary.
Committee report of the Senate will be discussed in May
Although the committee report of the Senate have achieved majority, it will not be open for plenary discussion until May since the Senate session adjourned today.
Malacañang does not know where the Senate will submit its report regarding Mamasapano
The Malacañang said that the Senate can submit its report regarding the Mamasapano tragedy wherever they want, adding that said report is only in aid of legislation and has no prosecutor purpose.
