Senate OKs bill allowing estate tax amnesty extension ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 29 10:05 PM This is the second extension of the amnesty, which was first extended from 2021 to 2023. Read more »
Senators: NGCP should refund charges for unfinished projects Sherrie Ann Torres, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 29 09:57 PM Sen. Francis Escudero said call for refund should come from the ERC. Read more »
Senate OKs Filipino citizenship for Canadian vlogger Jauhn Etienne Villaruel, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 29 04:43 PM During the Senate's plenary session, all 24 senators voted unanimously to approve House Bill 7185. Read more »
Senate probe sought QC orphanage closure Jauhn Etienne Villaruel, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 29 04:07 PM The Senate inquiry seeks to review 'current policies on orphanages and child residential care facilities in the Philippines.' Read more »
Imee, other senators raise concern vs Maharlika bill Sherrie Ann Torres, ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of May 29 05:21 PM Sen. Marcos expressed her nervousness in allowing the MIF bill to be passed in its present form. Read more »
Padilla declares 'death' of Cha-cha in Senate: 'Ginagalang natin' Sherrie Ann Torres, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 25 07:28 PM Sen. Robin Padilla also said he would like to amend some political provisions of the Charter. Read more »
Senators quiz agri officials, traders over 'irregular' sugar shipments Jervis Manahan, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 23 09:00 PM Sen. Francis Tolentino advised the public to wait for the committee report to be released soon. Read more »
Senator says 'high time' to legalize motor taxis ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 23 08:56 PM But Sen. Grace Poe stressed motorcycle taxis must adhere to the highest standards of road safety. Read more »
DICT seeks intel funds for stronger cyber security Sherrie Ann Torres, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 22 08:17 PM The DICT officials appealed to the Senate and the House of Representatives to consider granting their agency confidential and intelligence funds. Read more »
Senate OKs bill increasing public school teachers’ allowance ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 22 07:59 PM Twenty two senators present during Monday's session voted in favor of Senate Bill No. 1964, or the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act. Read more »
Senate probe sought after fire destroys Manila Central Post Office Jauhn Etienne Villaruel, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 22 07:35 PM Sen. Robin Padilla described the fire incident as 'a blow to the country's cultural heritage.' Read more »
Bato convinced of cover-up in P6.7B shabu haul but... ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 22 11:34 AM Sen. Ronald dela Rosa is convinced there is a cover-up in the P6.7-billion shabu seized in Manila in October. Read more »
Senate panel OKs bill extending estate tax amnesty Sherrie Ann Torres, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 19 06:57 PM The proposal is a combination of the House of Representatives and the Senate’s versions. Read more »
Senate probe sought over possible POGO, human trafficking link ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of May 18 07:13 PM A resolution seeking a Senate investigation into the possible involvement of POGOs in human trafficking activities. Read more »
DFA frets over SC ruling voiding 2005 joint exploration deal Jauhn Etienne Villaruel, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 17 07:52 PM The DFA said it is hoping that the SC reverse its earlier ruling. Read more »
Villar idinipensa sa Senado ang panukalang Maharlika Investment Fund Johnson Manabat, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 16 08:13 PM Muling binigyang diin ni Sen. Mark Villar ang kahalagahan na magkaroon ng MIF ang bansa Read more »
Zubiri irked by Salceda's remark on passing estate tax amnesty bill Jauhn Etienne Villaruel, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 16 08:02 PM Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said the transmitted bill will be deliberated on Friday. Read more »
Senate probe proceeds amid gag order on P6.7B shabu haul case Jauhn Etienne Villaruel, ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of May 17 02:55 PM Sen. Bato Dela Rosa insisted to continue the investigation, citing the power of the Congress to conduct inquiries 'in aid of legislation.' Read more »
Senators seek review of NGCP contract with Chinese company Sherrie Ann Torres, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 15 05:57 PM Sen. Grace Poe, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services, said her panel is now open to reviewing the NGCP franchise. Read more »
Senate OKs bill hiking veterans' disability pension ABS-CBN NewsPosted at May 15 05:34 PM The bill will upgrade the monthly pension of veterans who have been rendered disabled owing to disease or injuries sustained in the line of duty. Read more »