Malakanyang kumbinsidong maibibigay ng Kamara ang kopya ng pondo sa Senado
Manila, Philippines – Kumbinsido ang Malakanyang na kakayaning mai- transmit ng Mababang Kapulungan ng Kongreso sa Senado ang kopya ng inaprubahan nitong 2021 national budget sa loob ng isang linggo. Sinabi ni Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, may anim na araw pa namang nalalabi para magawa ng Kongreso ang transmittal sa Senado. Kamakailan ay sinabi ni […] The post Malakanyang kumbinsidong maibibigay ng Kamara ang kopya ng pondo sa Senado appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
Dahil sa bagal ng pag-transmit ng badyet ng Kamara sa Senado, Malakanyang nabahala
Manila, Philippines – Nangangamba ang Malakanyang na mauwi sa reenacted budget ang pondo para sa susunod na raon dahil sa.mabagal na pagkilos ng Mababang Kapulungan ng Kongreso. Hanggang ngayon kasi ay hindi pa naita-transmit ng Kongreso ang kopya ng inaprubahan nitong 2021 national budget. Ang kinakailangan ngayon ng ehekutibo ayon kay Sec. Roque ay ang […] The post Dahil sa bagal ng pag-transmit ng badyet ng Kamara sa Senado, Malakanyang nabahala appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
Velasco sinabing sisiguruhing may pondo para sa Covid-19 program sa bicam ng 2021 budget
Sisiguruhin ng Kamara de Representantes na sa bicameral conference para sa panukalang 2021 national budget ay may sapat na pondo ang gubyerno para maipatupad ang programa nito laban sa pandemya ng coronavirus, ayon pahayag ni Speaker Lord Allan Velasco ngayong Huwebes. Sinabi ito ni Velasco matapos na ipasa ng Senado sa ikatlo at pinal na […] The post Velasco sinabing sisiguruhing may pondo para sa Covid-19 program sa bicam ng 2021 budget appeared first on Bandera......»»
SBG rallies support for Filipino athletes in 19th Asian Games
Senator Bong Go, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Sports, recently expressed his full support for Filipino athletes participating in the ongoing 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou City, China. "Suportahan natin ang mga kababayan nating sumasabak sa kasalukuyang 19th Asian Games sa Hangzhou City, China," he said in a statement upon arriving in China to show his personal support to the Philippine delegation. “Bilang chair ng Senate Committee on Sports, taus-puso kong pinupuri at pinasasalamatan ang mga manlalaro nating ibinibigay ang lahat para itaas ang bandera ng Pilipinas sa ginaganap na kompetisyon. Manalo man o matalo, ang importante ay magkaisa tayo para sa ating mga atletang Pilipino!” added the senator. "Our unity is the best form of moral support to inspire our competing athletes to give their best. Let us all rally behind them as they continue to bring glory to our country. Laban Pilipinas! Ipakita natin ang puso ng Pilipino na lumalaban hanggang dulo!" he said. As of 2 October, the Philippines has won one gold, one silver, and eight bronze medals at the Games so far. The country's lone gold medal was won by Ernest John Obiena in Athletics, specifically in the men's pole vault event. Arnel Mandal added a silver medal to the tally in the men's 56kg wushu competition. The bronze medalists include Patrick King Perez in Taekwondo's men's individual poomsae, Jones Llabres Inso in Wushu's men's taijiquan/taijijian all-around, Gideon Fred Padua in wushu's men's 60kg, and Clemente Tabugara Jr in wushu's men's 65kg. In Tennis, Alexandra Eala secured a bronze in Women's singles and another bronze in Mixed doubles alongside Francis Casey Alcantara. Eleven Ando also captured bronze in the women's weightlifting 64kg division. Rounding out the bronze medalists is Patrick Bren Coo in Cycling BMX racing for Men. Go, vice chairperson of the Senate Committee on Finance, has strongly advocated for increased funding for sports programs under the Philippine Sports Commission, particularly in support of athletes competing in international competitions this year. "During the budget deliberation last year, ang ipinasa po na budget ng PSC more or less about P200 million. Ako po mismo sa Senado bilang inyong chairman po ng Committee on Sports and as vice chair ng Committee on Finance, isinulong ko talaga na madagdagan po ng P1 billion po ang pondo ng Philippine Sports Commission," he said. This move secured financial support for athletes participating in international competitions, including the 2023 Southeast Asian Games in Cambodia and the current Asian Games in China. He disclosed an allocation of P50 million through the PSC for the Asian Games, along with P30 million specifically for Asian para-games. To promote greater inclusivity and equality in sports, Go also proposed Senate Bill No. 2116, which aims to amend Republic Act No. 10699, also known as the National Athletes and Coaches Benefits and Incentives Act. The bill seeks to provide enhanced financial incentives and benefits for para-athletes who represent the Philippines in international competitions. He emphasized the need for increased incentives for para-athletes, stating, "Sana po’y ma-increase naman rin po ang kanilang incentives na natatanggap dahil ‘yung honor po na dala nila sa ating bayan, pareho naman po ‘yong gold, silver, bronze at pinaghirapan rin po nila." In line with his advocacy for grassroots sports development, Go also championed the National Academy of Sports, a fully operational institution located in New Clark City in Tarlac which was enacted into law that he authored and co-sponsored. Go is also prioritizing the institutionalization of the Philippine National Games as a platform to scout and recruit athletes for the national pool. He filed SBN 423, or the proposed PNG Act, which seeks to create a nationwide platform for athletes, particularly the youth, to display their abilities. The Asian Games is being held from 23 September to 8 October. The event was originally scheduled for 2022 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The post SBG rallies support for Filipino athletes in 19th Asian Games appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bong Go joins Asian Games send-off; renews advocacy for athletes’ welfare
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go recognized athletes, coaches, and sports officials for their contributions to Philippine sports and their crucial roles in representing the nation on the international stage, during the send-off ceremony on Monday, 18 September, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City, for Filipino participants in the 19th Asian Games and 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China. “Today, we gather here not only to celebrate the excellence of our athletes but also to bid them the best of luck as they embark on a journey to represent our great nation at the 19th Asian Games and 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China," said Go. Go took the opportunity to shed light on his proposed Senate Bill No. 2116, which aims to amend Republic Act No. 10699, also known as the National Athletes and Coaches Benefits and Incentives Act. "This bill which I authored carries the potential to bring about positive change in the lives of our athletes, particularly our para-athletes," he said. Go emphasized the need to increase the incentives for para-athletes, stating, "Sana po’y ma-increase naman rin po ang kanilang incentives na natatanggap dahil ‘yung honor po na dala nila sa ating bayan, pareho naman po ‘yong gold, silver, bronze at pinaghirapan rin po nila." The proposed measures seek to upgrade the incentives for para-athletes. This bill intends to provide equal opportunities and recognition to all athletes, thereby promoting inclusivity and diversity in sports. "The heart of this legislation is inclusivity and equality. It aims to elevate or increase the incentives for our para-athletes," he mentioned. Go, vice chairperson of the Senate Committee on Finance said he continues to advocate for additional budget for sports programs under the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC). "During the budget deliberation last year, ang ipinasa po na budget ng PSC more or less about P200 million. Ako po mismo sa Senado bilang inyong chairman po ng Committee on Sports and as vice chair ng Committee on Finance, isinulong ko talaga na madagdagan po ng P1 billion po ang pondo ng Philippine Sports Commission," he said. He revealed that during the budget deliberations last year, he sponsored and successfully secured financial support for athletes participating in international competitions such as the 2023 Southeast Asian Games, which took place in Cambodia, and the forthcoming Asian Games in China. He also disclosed the allocation of P50 million through the PSC for the Asian Games, along with P30 million specifically for Asian para-games. Go also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the government and the private sector in achieving sports excellence. "’Pag nagsama ang gobyerno at pribadong sektor, walang imposible.” Meanwhile, in his speech, the senator also touched on the state of sports facilities in the country, emphasizing the need for comfortable training grounds for athletes. "Ako, sa abot ng aking makakaya ay tutulong po ako sa ating mga sports program ng ating bansa," he assured. In line with his focus on grassroots sports development, Go also spoke about the National Academy of Sports (NAS), a fully operational institution located in New Clark City in Tarlac. "Ngayon po pwede na pong mag-aral at the same time mag-training, training at the same time mag-aral diyan po sa National Academy of Sports," he said. This initiative aims to ensure that athletes do not have to sacrifice their education for their sports careers. Former president Rodrigo Duterte signed RA 11470 in June 2020, which provides for the establishment of the NAS System and its main campus. Go was an author and co-sponsor of the measure. Go is also prioritizing the institutionalization of the Philippine National Games (PNG) as a platform to scout and recruit athletes for the national pool. He filed SBN 423, or the proposed PNG Act, which seeks to create a nationwide platform for athletes, particularly the youth, to display their abilities. During the ambush interview, Go also emphasized the importance of grassroots programs in encouraging youth to engage in sports and lead a healthy lifestyle. "Grassroots program, it's one way na ma-e-engganyo natin ang ating mga kabataan to get into sports, stay away from drugs, and to keep us healthy and fit," he said. He further elaborated on the connection between sports and health, saying, "Malaking bagay na fit tayo. Ang importante rin sa akin bilang chairman ng Senate Committee on Health, dalawa po 'yan. Importante sa akin ang sports at health. Magka-connect ang dalawang ito dahil para sa akin, kapag fit ka, healthy ka. Pangalagaan po natin ang kalusugan ng bawat isa. Katumbas ng kalusugan ay buhay ng bawat Pilipino." Toward the end of his speech, Go expressed his gratitude to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his unwavering support for Filipino athletes. "Salamat po mga athletes. And of course, gusto ko rin pong pasalamatan ang suporta po sa atin ng ating mahal na Pangulong Bongbong Marcos sa suporta niya sa SEA Games, sa Asian Games, at sa lahat pa po ng future competition," he said. Go likewise extended his thanks to PSC Chairman Dickie Bachmann, Philippine Olympic Committee President Abraham Tolentino, and the Philippine Paralympic Committee President Michael Barredo for their ongoing support and contribution to the athletic community. He likewise thanked the athletes, para-athletes, and coaches for their dedication and sacrifices in training. "Athletes, para-athletes, coaches salamat po sa inyong lahat, sa inyong sakripisyo sa pagte-training. Alam kong ito na po ‘yung panahon na inaantay natin," Go said. As the athletes prepare for their journey to Hangzhou, China, Go assured them of his full support. "To our athletes, I know that we stand with you every step of the way. We believe in your potential, and we are confident that you will make our country proud on the international stage," he concluded. The upcoming Asian Games will be held in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8. The event was originally scheduled for 2022 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. See more photos here: The post Bong Go joins Asian Games send-off; renews advocacy for athletes’ welfare appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Go-sponsored regional center bill to bring gov’t closer to people
In a significant step toward enhancing the healthcare system in the country, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go expressed his gratitude to his fellow lawmakers as his proposed Senate Bill No. 2212, also known as the Regional Specialty Centers Act, passed the third and final reading in the Senate. In a manifestation on Monday, 29 May, Go, as sponsor of the measure, placed significant emphasis on the invaluable role of the Filipino people in shaping public policies especially on the healthcare system, stating, "It is your experiences and stories that have driven us to create a healthcare system that is compassionate, accessible, and designed to meet the needs of every Filipino." He further emphasized the impact of the people's voices, affirming, "Today, your voices have been heard. Let us continue to work hand in hand, united in our commitment for the well-being of our community." "Ito pong regional specialty centers ay isang paraan para mailapit natin ang serbisyo medikal sa ating mga kababayan lalung-lalo na po yung mga mahihirap," he added. The proposed bill mandates the Department of Health to establish specialty centers in DOH hospitals in every region within five years. This approach leverages the expertise and availability of healthcare professionals already working in these regional hospitals. The proposal also aligns with the Philippine Development Plan 2023 to 2028, signed by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., which includes the establishment of specialty centers as part of the health-related legislative agenda. Particular emphasis will be placed on establishing heart, lung, and kidney centers that replicate the capabilities of the National Specialty Centers in Metro Manila. To ensure the effectiveness of the specialty centers, the DOH will collaborate with the National Specialty Centers to provide expert personnel, specialized training, and necessary equipment. The bill also outlines the authorization for specialty centers to contract medical specialists and experts to provide training and technical assistance. Moreover, if enacted into law, the DOH will be required to allocate capital outlay investments through the Health Facilities Enhancement Program and work closely with the Department of Budget and Management to develop staffing patterns and standards for the specialty centers, securing positions for healthcare workers serving in these facilities. In his speech, Go also acknowledged and thanked his colleagues for their unwavering support and dedicated efforts in bringing the bill to fruition. “This measure is a steadfast commitment, and a collective vision to improve our healthcare system. It demonstrates our dedication to delivering efficient specialized health care to every Filipino,” said Go. The senator likewise extended his appreciation to the DOH for their support and collaboration in ensuring the passage of this proposed legislation. “(Salamat) sa kanilang suporta at pakikiisa upang maipasa ang panukalang ito sa Senado,” said Go. “Sana po magtulungan din po tayo na mapondohan ang specialty centers na ito, Mr. President, para masiguro natin na maging maayos po ang implementasyon nito,” he added. The measure was also authored by Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, Senate Majority Floor Leader Joel Villanueva, Senators Sonny Angara, JV Ejercito, Pia Cayetano, Jinggoy Estrada, Imee Marcos, Robin Padilla, Win Gatchalian, Francis Escudero, Ronald dela Rosa, Ramon Revilla Jr., Cynthia Villar and Loren Legarda. It was also co-authored by Senators Francis Tolentino, Raffy Tulfo and all other members of the Senate. Go highlighted that the Regional Specialty Centers Act is a fulfillment of a campaign promise made by Senate President Zubiri, saying, “Congratulations din po at sana madagdagan ang pondo nito para maparami pa ang specialty centers sa lahat ng rehiyon. Nakasalalay sayo, Mr. President, ang mga karagdagan para dumami pa ang specialty centers sa buong Pilipinas.” The senator also expressed his gratitude to the senators who supported the bill, including Senators Grace Poe, Alan Peter Cayetano, Nancy Binay, Mark Villar, and Lito Lapid. He also acknowledged the invaluable inputs shared by Senate Minority Floor Leader Senator Aquilino Pimentel III and Senator Risa Hontiveros, emphasizing the collaborative efforts of the Senate in making healthcare services accessible to all Filipinos. The post Go-sponsored regional center bill to bring gov’t closer to people appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
P1.5B alokasyon sa national broadband dinepensahan
MANILA, Philippines – Dinepensahan ni House Speaker Martin Romualdez ang P1.5B na realligned budget na ginawa ng Kamara para pondohan ang national broadband plan sa katwirang maituturing na “critical social service” ang internet. Ayon kay Romualdez, sa P1.5 bilyon na ilalaan na pondo sa ilalim ng 2023 national budget ay makakasiguro na ang mga Pinoy […] The post P1.5B alokasyon sa national broadband dinepensahan appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
P2.3B budget ng OVP para sa 2023 lusot na sa Senado
MANILA, Philippines- Inaprubahan na ng Senado ang P2.3 bilyong budget ng Office of the Vice President (OVP) para sa 2023 nitong Lunes. Saklaw ng budget ng OVP, sa pamumuno ni Vice President Sara Duterte, ang P500 milyong confidential funds na ayon sa opposition groups sa Kamara ay “The budget of the Office of the Vice […] The post P2.3B budget ng OVP para sa 2023 lusot na sa Senado appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
Locsin itinalagang UK, Ireland envoy
MANILA, Philippines – Itinalaga ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. si dating Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. bilang Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Kingdom of Great Britain at Northern Ireland. Sa katunayan, ipinalabas ng Malakanyang ang kopya ng appointment paper ni Locsin. “We confirm the appointment of Teodoro Lopez Locsin Jr. as the […] The post Locsin itinalagang UK, Ireland envoy appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
CA minority leader dapat manggaling sa minority bloc ng Kamara, Senado – Pimentel
MANILA, Philippines- Mistulang sinopla ni Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III si Senador Alan Peter Cayetano sa paniniwala nitong miyembro siya ng minority sa Senado, ngunit hindi kasama sa grupo nito at ni Senador Risa Hontiveros. Sa pahayag, sinabi ni Pimentel, dapat manggaling sa minority bloc ng Mababang Kapulungan at Senado ang kakatawan bilang […] The post CA minority leader dapat manggaling sa minority bloc ng Kamara, Senado – Pimentel appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
TEKA MUNA, CAYETANO
YES, bok, talakayin natin itong napipintong pagbabalik-Senado ni Alan Peter Cayetano. Marami ang diskumpyado. Karapat-dapat nga ba siyang manungkulan? E dangan naman kasi, hanggang ngayon, ‘di pa tapos ang liquidation sa ginamit niyang pondo para sa 2019 South East Asian Games. Sa pagbabalik-tanaw natin, ang Pilipinas ang host sa naturang palaro ng mga bansa sa […] The post TEKA MUNA, CAYETANO appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
Panukalang P1,000 pensyon ng senior citizens ng Senado pinagtibay ng Kamara
MANILA, Philippines – Pinagtibay ng House of Representatives ang bersyon ng Senado ng panukalang layong doblehin ang buwanang pensyon ng mga indigent senior citizens mula P500 at gawing P1,000. Ang Senate Bill 2506 ay in-adopt bilang amyenda sa House Bill 9459 sa isinagawang plenary session ngayong Martes. Sa botong 18-0-0, inaprubahan ng mga senador nitong […] The post Panukalang P1,000 pensyon ng senior citizens ng Senado pinagtibay ng Kamara appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
PhilHealth sagutin mga COVID patient sa tent – Senado
Inatasan ng mga senador ang Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) na paglaanan ng pondo ang mga pasyente na naka-confine sa labas ng mga hospital, partikular na sa itinayong mga tent para ma- accommodate ang mga dumarating pasyente ng coronavirus disease (COVID- 19). The post PhilHealth sagutin mga COVID patient sa tent – Senado first appeared on Abante......»»
Posibleng constitutional crisis sa Kongreso dahil sa Cha-cha
Ang issue kung ang pagbago (amendments) ng Constitution ay nangangailangan ng ¾ votes ng pinagsamang Kamara (House of Representatives) at Senado o magkahiwalay na ¾ votes ng Kamara at Senado ay naiwasan sana kung ang mga Commissioners (o secretariat staff) ng 1986 Constitutional Commission ay naging maingat lamang sa proof-reading ng inilathala ang 1987 Constitution […] The post Posibleng constitutional crisis sa Kongreso dahil sa Cha-cha appeared first on Bandera......»»
Kongreso haharangin taas singil sa PhilHealth contribution
Umapela kahapon si Anakalusugan Rep. Mike Defensor sa Kamara at Senado na magpasa ng isang joint resolution para sa anim na buwan na pagpapaliban sa dagdag na kontribusyon sa Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth). The post Kongreso haharangin taas singil sa PhilHealth contribution first appeared on Abante......»»
P8.45-B pondo ng DAR sa 2021, inaprubahan na ng Senado
Inaprubahan na ng Senado ang P8.45 bilyong panukalang pondo ng Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) para sa taong 2021. Ayon kay DAR Secretary John Castriciones, malaking tulong ito para sa mga programa sa mga magsasaka. “I am happy about this development because DAR is the government agency that champions the welfare of the Filipino farmers” […] The post P8.45-B pondo ng DAR sa 2021, inaprubahan na ng Senado appeared first on Bandera......»»
Lacson sa Kamara: Ipaliwanag ang P620M hanggang P15B na infra budget ng mga kongresista
Pinagpapaliwanag ni Senator Panfilo Lacson ang House Leadership sa inaprubahan nitong infrastructure projects sa mga congressional districts na nakapaloob sa P4.5 trillion national budget kung saan nasa P620 milyon hanggang P15 bilyon ang alokasyong nakita sa bawat mga kongresista. Sa deliberasyon ng Senado sa panukalang P659 bilyon na badyet para sa Department of Public Works […] The post Lacson sa Kamara: Ipaliwanag ang P620M hanggang P15B na infra budget ng mga kongresista appeared first on Bandera......»»
Guidelines sa pondo ng PAGCOR para sa UHC program isinasapinal pa – Sec. Roque
Manila, Philippines – Sinabi ng Malakanyang na isinasapinal pa ang guidelines para sa paggamit ng pondo mula sa Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) para sa Universal Health Care program. Ayon kay presidential spokesperson Harry Roque pirma na lamang ang kulang para maipatupad ang guidelines na inihanda ng Department of Health at Philippine Health Insurance […] The post Guidelines sa pondo ng PAGCOR para sa UHC program isinasapinal pa – Sec. Roque appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
Pantay ba ang Senado at Kamara?
Mas mataas ba ang Senado sa Kamara (House of Representatives), o ang Kamara ang mas mataas sa Senado? Ang Constitution natin ay nagtakda ng isang bicameral congress na binubuo ng Senado at ng Kamara. Ang Senado ay hindi Kongreso, ganoon din ang Kamara, dahil sila ay parte lamang ng isa o buong Kongreso. Ang Kongreso […] The post Pantay ba ang Senado at Kamara? appeared first on Bandera......»»
Deliberasyon ng badyet, may sapat nang oras – Gatchalian
Manila, Philippines – May sapat nang oras ang Senado sa deliberasyon ng badyet matapos aprubahan ito ng Kamara nitong Biyernes, Oktubre 16. “Sana mas maaga pa pero that’s enough time. Buti nga naaprubahan na at ita-transmit sa atin,” ani Senator Sherwin Gatchalian sa isang panayam. “Alam naman natin sa floor bakbakan ‘yan at umaabot ng […] The post Deliberasyon ng badyet, may sapat nang oras – Gatchalian appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
KONGRESO TUTOK SA PAGBANGON
INAASAHAN na maipapasa ng Kongreso ang 2021 General Appropriations Bill tulad ng ipinangako ng bagong liderato ni House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco kay Presidente Duterte. Anomang pagkakantala ng panukalang batas sa pag-endorso nito sa Senado ay maaring mauwi na naman sa pagpapatupad ng “reenacted budget” at kakulangan ng pondo para sa healthcare program laban sa […] The post KONGRESO TUTOK SA PAGBANGON appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»