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30 November

RBH0007: A RESOLUTION OF BOTH HOUSES OF CONGRESS PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO CERTAIN ECONOMIC PROVISIONS OF THE 1987 CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PARTICULARLY ON ARTICLES XII, XIV AND XVI

House Resolution No. 7 proposes amendments to economic provisions of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, specifically Articles XII (National Patrimony and Economy), XIV (Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture, and Sports), and XVI (General Provisions). The core of these amendments is to introduce the phrase "UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED BY LAW" into existing clauses that currently restrict foreign ownership or control in certain sectors. This change aims to provide Congress with the flexibility to enact laws that could allow greater f...

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30 November

RBH0006: RESOLUTION OF BOTH HOUSES CALLING FOR A CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION TO PROPOSE AMENDMENTS TO, OR REVISION OF, THE 1987 CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

This House Resolution proposes calling for a Constitutional Convention to amend or revise the 1987 Constitution, specifically focusing on its economic provisions. The resolution asserts that a Constitutional Convention, with both appointed and elected delegates from all legislative districts, is the most transparent, democratic, and least divisive method for implementing constitutional reforms. It highlights that revisiting and redrafting these economic provisions is crucial for the Philippines to become globally competitive and align with...

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30 November

HR02198: RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE, LEGACY, AND IMMENSE CONTRIBUTIONS OF PHILIPPINE FILM AND TELEVISION ICON GLORIA ROMERO, AND EXPRESSING PROFOUND SYMPATHIES AND SINCEREST CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OVER HER PASSING

House Resolution No. 295 honors the life, legacy, and immense contributions of Philippine film and television icon Gloria Romero, who passed away on January 25, 2025. The resolution highlights her unparalleled six-decade career, during which she appeared in over 250 motion pictures and television productions, earning her the title "First Lady of Philippine Cinema." It acknowledges her exceptional talent and dedication, evidenced by numerous awards for her roles in films like *Dalagang Ilocana*, *Tanging Yaman*, and *Magnifico*, as well as...

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30 November

HR02196: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. GLORIA ROMERO, QUEEN OF PHILIPPINE CINEMA

This House Resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Gloria Romero, honored as the Queen of Philippine Cinema. It details her extensive career spanning over seventy years and more than two hundred movies, beginning with her early aspirations and breakthrough in 1953 with "Monghita." The resolution highlights her numerous accolades, including FAMAS Best Actress awards for "Dalagang Ilocana" (1954) and "Tanging Yaman" (2000), as well as a Best Actress award at the Metro Manila Film Fe...

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30 November

HR02176: RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM TO CELEBRATE THE CORDILLERA FESTIVAL OF FESTIVALS IN OTHER PROVINCES OF THE CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION

House Resolution No. 2176 encourages the Department of Tourism (DOT) to celebrate the Cordillera Festival of Festivals in various provinces within the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), moving beyond its traditional venue of Baguio City. This initiative aims to preserve and promote the rich cultural diversity of the Cordillera region, showcasing its unique traditions and heritage as part of the Indigenous People's Month Celebration. By institutionalizing a regional cultural festival and introducing it to a wider audience, the resoluti...

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30 November

HR02039: RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND HONORING THEATER AND MOVIE DIRECTOR ARSENIO “NICK” J. LIZASO FOR INVALUABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CREATIVE AND ART COMMUNITY IN THE COUNTRY

House Resolution No. 2039 honors Arsenio "Nick" J. Lizaso, a renowned Filipino theater actor, TV and film director, for his significant contributions to the creative and art community in the Philippines. The resolution details his extensive career, including his roles as Vice President of the International Theater Institute-UNESCO, President of the Directors Guild of the Philippines, and President of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. It also highlights his film and TV directorial credits, stage acting achievements, and international...

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30 November

HR01581: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING STRONG SUPPORT AND ENDORSEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED LUZON EASTERN SEABOARD ROAD NETWORK AND THE NORTH LONG HAUL RAILWAY PROJECT, AND URGING THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (NEDA) TO PRIORITIZE AND HASTEN THE PREPARATION O

House Resolution No. 1581 expresses strong support for two major infrastructure projects: the Luzon Eastern Seaboard Road Network and the North Long Haul Railway Project. The resolution urges the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) to prioritize and accelerate the feasibility studies and approval of these projects. The Luzon Eastern Seaboard Road Network, estimated to cost P86.318 billion, is a 785-kilometer road traversing Regions II, III, and IV-A, while the North Long Haul Railway Project is an 800-kilometer inter-regiona...

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30 November

HR01562: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING UNWAVERING SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT TO THE LEADERSHIP OF THE HONORABLE SPEAKER FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ, AND UPHOLDING THE INTEGRITY AND HONOR OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE FACE OF INTENSE ASSAULT FROM THE SENATE IN VIOLA

House Resolution No. 1562, also known as Resolution No. 194, expresses unwavering solidarity and support for Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez and upholds the integrity of the House of Representatives against what it perceives as intense assaults from the Senate. The resolution details a series of events, including the House's approval of Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) No. 6 for constitutional amendments aimed at making the Philippines more investor-friendly, a private organization's (PIRMA) initiative for a people's initiative, and t...

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30 November

HR00576: RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING NINE-YEAR OLD BINCE RAFAEL OPERIANO FOR WINNING THE 6TH EASTERN ASIA YOUTH CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP HELD IN BANGKOK, THAILAND FROM NOVEMBER 4 TO 12, 2022

This resolution commends nine-year-old Bince Rafael Operiano for winning the 6th Eastern Asia Youth Chess Championship in Bangkok, Thailand. Operiano, who started competing at age six without formal training, demonstrated exceptional talent by winning his first competition in 2020 and subsequently qualifying for the international tournament in September 2022. Despite financial challenges, his determination, parental support, and community assistance enabled him to compete and ultimately dominate 29 contenders, securing a gold medal for the...

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30 November

HR00289: A RESOLUTION URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS (DPWH) AND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (DEPED) TO ENTER INTO AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A DISASTER RESILIENT MASTER DESIGN AND AR

House Resolution No. HR00289 calls on the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Department of Education (DepEd) to enter into an interdepartmental memorandum of agreement for the creation and implementation of a disaster-resilient master design and architectural plan for all primary and secondary schools located in coastal areas across the Philippines. The resolution emphasizes the vulnerability of coastal communities to natural disasters such as typhoons, storm surges, flooding, and rising sea levels, and stresses the nee...

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30 November

HR00250: A RESOLUTION URGING THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT THRU THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS, DEPARTMENT OF AGRARIAN REFORM AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM TO ALLOCATE 1 BILLION PESOS IN EACH AND EVERY AGRICULTURE BASED DISTRICT F

House Resolution No. 250 urges the National Government, through the Department of Agriculture, Department of Public Works and Highways, Department of Agrarian Reform, and Department of Tourism, to allocate 1 billion pesos to each agriculture-based congressional district for the construction and repair of farm-to-market roads. This initiative aligns with President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos's administration's focus on modernizing agriculture and providing financial and technical aid to farmers and fisherfolk. The resolution emphasizes that...

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30 November

HCR0024: CONCURRENT RESOLUTION GRANTING CONSENT TO LIEUTENANT GENERAL CHARLTON SEAN M. GAERLAN, FORMER COMMANDANT OF THE PHILIPPINE MARINE CORPS AND CURRENT DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE PHILIPPINES, TO RECEIVE THE “LEGION OF MERIT AWARD” FROM T

House Concurrent Resolution No. 24 seeks to grant consent to Lieutenant General Charlton Sean M. Gaerlan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, to receive the "Legion of Merit Award" from the Government of the United States of America. This award, established in July 1942, recognizes exceptionally meritorious conduct and outstanding services by members of the armed forces or foreign nationals. Lt. Gen. Gaerlan is being recognized for his leadership in expanding cooperation between the Philippine Marine Corps and the...

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