Category : Congress Updates


Chavit Singson Ready to Testify in Senate Flood Control Probe

Former Ilocos Governor Luis 'Chavit' Singson has expressed willingness to testify before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee regarding alleged anomalies in flood control projects. Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo 'Ping' Lacson confirmed the development.

Comelec Speeds Up Probe on Marcoleta's Election Spending

The Commission on Elections is hastening its investigation into Senator Rodante Marcoleta's Statement of Contributions and Expenditures following the 2025 midterm elections, amid questions about his reported zero contributions and P112.86 million spending

House Panel Approves Political Dynasty Ban, Speaker Dy Praises

Speaker Faustino Dy III commends the House Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms for approving a consolidated Anti-Political Dynasty bill. The legislation prohibits relatives up to the second degree from holding elective positions simultaneously in

Erice and Garin Clash Over Majority Influence in Congress

A heated argument erupted in the House plenary between Caloocan Rep. Egay Erice and Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin over alleged interference by the majority in minority deliberations, particularly on the Anti-Political Dynasty bill.

Sotto Warns of Loopholes in Anti-Political Dynasty Bill

Senator Vicente 'Tito' Sotto III raises concerns about possible loopholes in the Anti-Political Dynasty Bill, particularly regarding extramarital partners and their relatives. Senator Risa Hontiveros clarifies that such cases fall under COMELEC jurisdicti

Rodriguez: VP Duterte's Impeachment Legally Invalid

Cagayan de Oro Congressman Rufus Rodriguez asserts that impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte over DepEd confidential funds lack jurisdiction, sparking legal debates and potential Supreme Court involvement.

Impeachment Complaints Against VP Duterte Advance in House

Two impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte have been declared sufficient in form by the House Committee on Justice, moving them to a substantive review phase. The panel set aside one complaint due to a constitutional one-year bar.

NUP Pushes Anti-'Cong-tractor' Bill in Congress

National Unity Party lawmakers propose legislation to prohibit public officials and their relatives from participating in government procurement, with penalties including expulsion and legal action.

Senate Report Mirrors Leaked Draft, Says Lacson

Senator Panfilo Lacson confirms the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's final report on the flood control scandal shows no major changes from the leaked draft, with only minor wording adjustments regarding legal recommendations.

NBI 7 Sends Ghost Flood Control Cases to Central Office

The National Bureau of Investigation 7 has submitted three alleged ghost flood control projects to its Central Office for evaluation and potential prosecution, following a 2025 investigation into non-existent infrastructure in Cebu.

Lacson: Evidence Backs Flood Control Probe Draft Report

Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson insists the draft report on the flood control scam investigation is based on evidence, not politics, clarifying revisions only involve wording for preliminary investigation.

Bill Seeks to Ban 'Number 8' Protocol Plates for House Members

Navotas City Representative Toby Tiangco has filed House Bill No. 7599, aiming to prohibit the issuance and use of 'Number 8' courtesy license plates for members of the House of Representatives. The bill cites constitutional principles against special pri

Kerwin Espinosa Surrenders to NBI in Cebu

Albuera Mayor Rolan 'Kerwin' Espinosa surrenders to NBI-Cevro in Cebu City following an arrest warrant for murder, with assets forfeited and political succession initiated.

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