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24 May

HR02595: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. JESUSA PURIFICATION LEVY SONORA-POE, MORE POPULARLY KNOWN AS MS. SUSAN ROCES

This resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Jesusa Purificacion Levy Sonora-Poe, popularly known as Susan Roces, the "Queen of Philippine Movies". Her passing on May 20, 2022, at the age of 80, marked the end of an almost seven-decade career that saw her star in over 60 movies and numerous television roles, including her iconic portrayal of Lola Flora Borja-de Leon in "Ang Probinsyano". The resolution highlights her significant contributions to Philippine cinema, her numerous awa...

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23 May

HR02587: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. JESUSA PURIFICATION LEVY SONORA-POE, MORE POPULARLY KNOWN AS MS. SUSAN ROCES

House Resolution No. 2587 conveys the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Jesusa Purificacion Levy Sonora-Poe, widely known as Ms. Susan Roces, the "Queen of Philippine Movies". She passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022, at the age of 80, after a prolific career spanning almost seven decades, featuring in over 60 movies and numerous television shows like "Ang Probinsyano" where she played Lola Flora Borja-de Leon. The resolution highlights her numerous accolades, including two FAMAS Best Actress awards,...

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19 May

HR02577: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF DR. SUZIE MOYA BENITEZ

House Resolution No. 2577 expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Dr. Suzie Moya Benitez, the former Executive Director of the Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company, who passed away on March 28, 2022, at the age of 70. Dr. Benitez had a distinguished career, beginning as a dancer for Bayanihan, serving as Deputy Administrator of the Manila Metropolitan Theatre Administration, and as a member of the Manila Symphony Orchestra. She was also recognized internationally, elected as Chair fo...

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19 May

HR02576: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE WIRE ARTIST MR. RACSO JUGARAP FOR HIS EXHIBITION ENTITLED, “IT WILL COME BACK TO YOU,” WHICH WAS FEATURED AT THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION LOBBY SHOW IN BRUSSELS BELGIUM

House Resolution No. 2576 extends congratulations and commendation to Filipino wire artist Mr. Racso Jugarap for his exhibition titled "It Will Come Back To You," featured at the European Commission lobby show in Brussels, Belgium, from January 11 to February 28, 2022. This exhibition, showcasing his art made from galvanized iron and paint, marked Mr. Jugarap as the first Filipino to decorate the European Commission building with his artwork. Despite not having formal art education and initially working as an overseas Filipino worker (OFW)...

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19 May

HR02575: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. MIGUEL FAUSTMANN

This resolution conveys the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Miguel Faustmann, a veteran artist and seasoned actor. Mr. Faustmann, who passed away on May 15, 2022, at the age of 67, was born in Manila and showed an early passion for theater, participating actively in school plays and joining Teatro Fil-Hispanico. His extensive career included starring in numerous Repertory Philippines productions in diverse roles, from romantic leads to villains, and he is particularly remember...

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19 May

HR02574: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE FILIPINO ARTISTS AND CREATIVES BEHIND THE FILM, “LEONOR WILL NEVER DIE,” LED BY ITS DIRECTOR MS. MARTIKA RAMIREZ ESCOBAR, FOR WINNING THE WORLD CINEMA DRAMATIC SPECIAL JURY AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE SPIRIT AT THE

This resolution congratulates and commends the Filipino artists and creatives behind the film "Leonor Will Never Die," particularly its director, Ms. Martika Ramirez Escobar, for winning the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award for Innovative Spirit at the Sundance Film Festival 2022. The film, described by a juror as "a playful display of the love of cinema" and praised for its "innovative and risk-taking spirit," is Martika Ramirez Escobar's feature film directorial debut. This recognition at a prestigious international film festival...

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19 May

HR02573: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING KASAMA FOR BEING THE FIRST FILIPINO RESTAURANT TO BE AWARDED A MICHELIN STAR

This resolution conveys the profound congratulations of the House of Representatives to Kasama, a Filipino restaurant in Chicago, Illinois, USA, for being the first Filipino-themed restaurant to be awarded a Michelin Star on April 7, 2022. The Michelin Star, a prestigious recognition of culinary excellence, acknowledges the restaurant's quality of ingredients, harmony of flavors, mastery of techniques, the chef's personality, and consistency. Opened in 2020 by Filipino chef Timothy Flores and his wife Genie Kwon, Kasama highlights contempo...

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19 May

HR02572: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. GLORIA SEVILLA

This resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Gloria Sevilla, recognized as the "Queen of Visayan Movies" and a multi-awarded veteran actress. The resolution highlights her significant contributions to Philippine cinema throughout her career, which began after winning a high school oratorical contest at the age of 14 and starring in films like "Princesa Tirana". Her achievements include numerous best actress and best supporting actress awards for various films, demonstrating her en...

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19 May

HR02571: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. EDUARDO ROY JR.

This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Eduardo Roy Jr., an award-winning filmmaker and screenwriter, who passed away at the age of 41 due to massive pulmonary embolism. Born and raised in Manila, Mr. Roy Jr. began his distinguished career in film after winning the grand prize for his thesis short film "ULIRAT" in a competition organized by the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) in 2002. He further honed his craft by attending a scriptwriting workshop...

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19 May

HR02570: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE PHILIPPINE DELEGATION IN THE EXPO 2020 DUBAI FOR THE BANGKÓTA PHILIPPINES PAVILION AND ITS RELATED ACTIVITIES

This resolution congratulates and commends the Philippine Delegation for its successful participation in Expo 2020 Dubai, specifically highlighting the Bangkóta Philippines Pavilion and its related activities. The Bangkóta, a coral reef-shaped structure spanning over 3,163.25 square meters, showcased the Philippines' creative community and was designed by Architect Royal Pineda to represent the hyper-connectivity of Filipinos and emphasize cultural sustainability. Curated by Marian Pastor Roces with music by National Artist for Music Ramon...

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07 January

HR02431: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. FRANCISCO SIONIL JOSE, NATIONAL ARTIST FOR LITERATURE

This House Resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Francisco Sionil Jose, National Artist for Literature. It details his significant contributions to Philippine literature, noting him as one of the most widely read Filipino writers in English. The resolution highlights his early life and influences, his career in writing and journalism, his founding of the Philippine branch of PEN, and his ownership of the Solidaridad Bookshop, a notable literary hub. His writings are recognized f...

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14 December

HR02417: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING FILIPINO ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS FOR WINNING IN THE WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2021

This resolution extends congratulations and commendation to Filipino architects and designers for their significant achievements at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2021, one of the most prestigious international architecture competitions. Notably, "Horizon Manila" by WTA Architecture and Design Studio, led by Mr. William Ti, was the overall winner of the 2021 WAFX Award, securing the WAFX Water Category. Additionally, Filipino design consultant Mr. Carlo Calma of Carlo Calma Consultancy won in two WAFX Awards categories—Food for "Cag...

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14 December

HR02414: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING SUDARSHAN V. KHADKA JR. AND ALEXANDER ERIKSSON FURUNES, AS WELL AS THE GAWAD KALINGA ENCHANTED FARM COMMUNITY FOR RECEIVING THE SPECIAL MENTION AS NATIONAL PARTICIPATION AWARD AT THE 17TH LA BIENNALE DI VENEZIA I

This resolution congratulates and commends Architects Sudarshan V. Khadka Jr. and Alexander Eriksson Furunes, alongside the Gawad Kalinga (GK) Enchanted Farm Community, for receiving the Special Mention as National Participation award at the 17th La Biennale di Venezia International Architecture Exhibition. Their exhibition, "Structures of Mutual Support," was lauded for its exemplary community project that fostered collaborative construction practices, demonstrating the Filipino tradition of "Bayanihan" and inspiring communities to thrive...

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06 December

HR02401: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MRS. LETICIA LOLITA “APUNG LOLET” OLALIA HIZON

This resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mrs. Leticia Lolita Olalia Hizon, the founder of Pampanga's Best. The resolution's impact is to formally recognize and honor Mrs. Hizon's significant contributions to the Philippine economy and Filipino cuisine, particularly through her development of the famous sweetened meat, tocino, and the growth of Pampanga's Best into a multi-million-peso company. The significance for the Filipino people lies in acknowledging the legacy of an ex...

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06 December

HR02400: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING VISUAL ARTIST MICHAEL GARCIA VILLAGANTE FOR WINNING THE “LORENZO IL MAGNIFICO” AWARD OR THE HIGHEST AWARD FOR HIS ARTWORK “ANG PAGTAHAN” AT THE XIII FLORENCE BIENNALE 2021

This resolution congratulates and commends visual artist Michael Garcia Villagante for winning the "Lorenzo Il Magnifico" award, the highest honor, for his artwork "Ang Pagtahan" at the XIII Florence Biennale 2021. The impact of this resolution is to celebrate an international triumph by a Filipino artist, which raises global awareness of Filipino artistic talents and encourages other local artists to pursue mastery in their craft and participate in international competitions. The significance for the Filipino people is the inspirati...

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06 December

HR02399: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING COMPOSER DENISE SANTOS FOR WINNING “OUTSTANDING MUSIC COMPOSITION” FOR THE BBC DOCUMENTARY “PRIMATES” IN THE 42ND ANNUAL NEWS AND DOCUMENTARY EMMY AWARDS

This resolution congratulates and commends composer Denise Santos for winning "Outstanding Music Composition" for the BBC documentary "Primates" at the 42nd Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards. The impact of this resolution is to publicly acknowledge and celebrate a Filipino artist's international achievement, highlighting the talent within the Philippine music industry and encouraging local artists to expand their horizons in areas like music scoring. The significance for the Filipino people is that Ms. Santos's achievement incr...

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03 December

HR02394: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF THE PH

This resolution urges the House of Representatives, through relevant committees, to investigate the state of the Philippine Esports industry. Its impact lies in potentially legitimizing esports as a creative industry and sport in the Philippines, addressing negative connotations and lack of proper classification for esports professionals like athletes, coaches, and streamers. This inquiry could lead to better support, regulation, and opportunities for the over 43 million Filipino gamers and internationally recognized esports athletes and g...

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14 September

HR02216: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING JOHN ARCILLA FOR WINNING THE PRESTIGIOUS VOLPI CUP FOR BEST ACTOR AT THE 78TH VENICE FILM FESTIVAL

This resolution congratulates and commends actor John Arcilla for winning the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the 78th Venice Film Festival for his performance in "On The Job: The Missing 8". The impact of this resolution is to formally recognize a groundbreaking achievement by a Filipino artist on a prestigious international stage, as Arcilla is the first Filipino to win this award. This recognition serves to elevate the profile of Filipino performing arts, film, and artists globally. The significance for the Filipino people is that Joh...

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14 September

HR02215: A RESOLUTION URGING THE COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS TO ALLOCATE SEVEN HUNDRED FORTY-FIVE MILLION FOUR HUNDRED FORTY-TWO THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED THIRTY PESOS AND FIFTY-SIX CENTAVOS (P745,442,330.56) FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COVID-19 RECOVERY AND RESILIENCY

This resolution urges the Committee on Appropriations to allocate P745,442,330.56 for COVID-19 recovery and resiliency programs for the arts, culture, and creative industries. The impact of this resolution, if passed and funded, would be to provide crucial financial support to a sector that has lost an estimated 90% of its revenues due to the pandemic, affecting 4.8 million creative Filipinos who comprise 11.3% of total employment. This funding would directly support artists and cultural professionals, grant aid to creative firms and busin...

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31 August

HR02187: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. VIRGINA MORENO

This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Virginia Reyes Moreno. The impact of this resolution is to honor the life and literary legacy of an iconic Filipino writer, poet, and playwright, recognizing her significant contributions to Philippine arts and culture. The significance for the Filipino people is the remembrance of a cultural figure who not only achieved literary excellence, including winning the Palanca award and Southeast Asia Write Award, b...

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31 August

HR02186: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. RAMON HOLIFEÑA

This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Ramon "Monching" Hofileña. The impact of this resolution is to honor a figure widely regarded as the "Father of Heritage Conservation" in Silay City, recognizing his lifelong dedication to restoring and protecting Negrense Cultural Heritage. The significance for the Filipino people is the acknowledgment of Mr. Hofileña's pioneering efforts in opening his family's ancestral house as the first heritage house for...

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31 August

HR02185: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. VENUS REYES-NAVALTA

This resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Venus Reyes-Navalta. The impact of this resolution is to pay tribute to a highly respected leader in the media industry who spearheaded significant achievements in advertising and communications, including leading Universal McCann to numerous international and local awards. The significance for the Filipino people lies in acknowledging Ms. Reyes-Navalta as an icon, an exemplary leader, and a role model for aspiring women leaders i...

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16 August

HR02137: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF THE PH

This resolution urges the House of Representatives to conduct an inquiry into the state of the Philippine publishing industry. The impact of this resolution, if acted upon, would be to address pressing issues that have long plagued the publishing sector, including significant revenue losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, challenges from digitalization, copyright issues, and a trade imbalance in books and raw materials. The significance for the Filipino people is the potential for the government to help the publishing industry recover...

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16 August

HR02130: RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND ENDORSING THE NORTH LUZON GROWTH CORRIDOR (NLGC) STATEGIC PLAN FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NORTH LUZON REGIONS

This resolution proposes the adoption and endorsement of the North Luzon Growth Corridor (NLGC) Strategic Plan, a comprehensive framework for the sustainable development of North Luzon, which includes Regions 1 (Ilocos Region), Region 2 (Cagayan Valley), and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). The plan identifies collective visions, goals, missions, and objectives across various sectors such as agriculture, trade, industry, tourism, environment, social services, infrastructure, urban development, and governance. This plan is the re...

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23 August

HR02073: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF THE P

This resolution urges the House of Representatives, specifically through the Special Committee on Creative Industry and Performing Arts, to conduct an inquiry into the state of the Philippine furniture industry and related sectors. It highlights the industry's aspiration to become a global design innovator by 2030, focusing on sustainable materials, with an aim for 10-15% annual growth. The resolution acknowledges that the industry is predominantly composed of micro, small, and medium enterprises, providing 2.1 million indirect jobs and su...

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28 July

HR02035: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF THE PH

House Resolution No. 2035 urges the House of Representatives, specifically the Special Committee on Creative Industry and Performing Arts and other relevant committees, to investigate the current state of the Philippine Visual Arts sector and related industries. This inquiry, in aid of legislation, aims to address long-standing issues that have hindered the development of Filipino visual arts, as well as new challenges and opportunities brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution acknowledges the significant economic contributio...

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27 July

HR02030: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING GIGIL FOR WINNING BRONZE AT THE 2021 CANNES LIONS FESTIVAL OF CREATIVITY

This resolution congratulates GIGIL, an independent advertising agency, for winning a bronze award in the Film category at the 2021 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity for their "Family" campaign for RC Cola Philippines. The resolution details how the "Family" advertisement gained local viral fame for its bizarre and confusing narrative, which eventually garnered international attention by being featured on "The Ellen Show" and winning at the Australasian Writers and Art Directors (AWARD) Awards. GIGIL's founding partners, Ba...

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27 July

HR02029: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR FILIPINO ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS SHORTLISTED FOR THE WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2021 AND THE WORLD FESTIVAL OF INTERIORS 2021 AND CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF WAFX 2021

This resolution expresses full support for Filipino architects and designers who were shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2021 and the World Festival of Interiors (INSIDE) 2021, and congratulates the early winners of the WAFX 2021 Awards. Filipino projects shortlisted for WAF's Completed Buildings include "Memory Hall" by Alero Design Studio, New Clark City Athletics Stadium by BUDJI+ROYAL Architecture+Design, "Interweave Building" by Buensalido Architects, and "Emergency Quarantine Facility" by WTA Architecture and Desig...

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27 July

HR02028: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE MANILA SYMPHONY JUNIOR ORCHESTRA FOR WINNING GOLD AT THE 2021 VIENNA MUSIC FESTIVAL

This resolution extends congratulations and commendation to the Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra (MSJO) for winning the gold award in category "B" of the Vienna-based World Orchestra Festival, held online from June 12 to 26, 2021. The MSJO, established in 2014 as the youth orchestra program of the Manila Symphony Orchestra, comprises advanced students and young string players from across the Philippines. They secured the award by submitting a video of their 2019 performance in Seoul, Korea, playing three movements from Dvorak's Serenade in...

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27 July

HR02027: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE THIRTEEN AWARDEES CONFERRED BY THE CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES FOR THE YEAR 2021

This resolution recognizes and celebrates the thirteen new artist awardees of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) for 2021. This award, tracing its roots back to the "Thirteen Moderns" who broke new ground in Philippine art, is the oldest government award for visual artists and has honored 198 artists since 1970. The resolution highlights the individual achievements and artistic contributions of each awardee, including painters, new media artists, printmakers, photographers, sculptors, and interdisciplinary artists, noting their d...

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27 July

HR02026: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE CORDILLERA REGIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL GLEE CLUB FOR WINNING TWO GOLD MEDALS AT THE 8TH BALI INTERNATIONAL CHOIR FESTIVAL

This resolution congratulates and commends the Cordillera Regional Science High School (CRSHS) Glee Club for winning two gold medals at the 8th Bali International Choir Festival (BICF) in Indonesia. The glee club earned a gold medal in the Teenagers Category (Level 1) and another gold medal in the Folkloric Category (Level 4, Championship Qualifier) with 81.65 points, performing an Indonesian lullaby folk song. This achievement marks them as the first high school choir from the Cordillera region to represent the Philippines in this interna...

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27 July

HR02025: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING CHEF JOHANNE SIY FOR RECEIVING THE AWARD FOR FEMALE OF THE YEAR IN THE 2021 SINGAPORE’S WORLD GOURMET AWARDS

This resolution extends congratulations and commendation to Filipina Chef Johanne Siy for being named Female Chef of the Year at Singapore's World Gourmet Awards 2021 (WGA). The resolution highlights her impressive culinary journey, which took her from her hometown of Dagupan, Pangasinan, to the United States, Scandinavia, and eventually Singapore, where she leads Lolla, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant. Her experience includes training under renowned chefs and staging at world-renowned restaurants like Noma and Faviken, developing a de...

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27 July

HR02011: RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING HIDILYN DIAZ FOR MAKING HISTORY IN WINNING THE PHILIPPINES’ FIRST GOLD MEDAL IN THE WOMEN’S 55-KILOGRAM WEIGHTLIFTING CATEGORY IN THE 2020 OLYMPICS HELD AT TOKYO, JAPAN.

This resolution celebrates Hidilyn Diaz's historic achievement of winning the Philippines' first-ever Olympic gold medal in the women's 55-kilogram weightlifting category at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on July 26, 2021. Her victory ended the country's long gold medal drought since its participation in the Summer Games began in 1924. The profound impact of this resolution on the Filipino people is evident in the widespread joy and national pride that Hidilyn Diaz's win brought to the entire country. Her remarkable feat serves as a powerfu...

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22 July

HR01970: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING PROFOUND GRATITUDE AND CONVEYING HIGHEST COMMENDATION TO ALL FRONTLINERS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC IN REGION 1, REGION 2 AND CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION

This resolution expresses profound gratitude and the highest commendation to all frontliners battling the COVID-19 pandemic in Region 1, Region 2, and the Cordillera Administrative Region. It acknowledges the unprecedented public health crisis caused by the pandemic, which endangered lives and strained government resources, particularly the public health system. The resolution specifically highlights the courageous efforts of medical professionals (doctors, nurses, and ancillary staff), law enforcement, military personnel, and providers of...

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02 June

HR01835: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. ARTURO R. LUZ

This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Arturo Rogerio Luz, an esteemed Philippine National Artist for Visual Arts, who passed away at the age of 94 on May 26, 2021. Mr. Luz was a versatile artist, excelling as a painter, sculptor, and designer, and also had a successful career as a gallerist, notably for State functions. He championed a modernist visual language in Philippine art, and his work included assembling a collection of contemporary Philippine a...

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25 May

HR01802: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF FILIPI

This resolution urges the House of Representatives, through its Special Committee on Creative Industry and Performing Arts and other relevant committees, to conduct an inquiry into the state of Filipino gastronomy and culinary heritage. This initiative follows President Rodrigo Roa Duterte's Proclamation No. 469, which declared April as "Filipino Food Month," recognizing the importance of promoting, preserving, and transmitting the country's rich culinary traditions. The resolution highlights recent international and regional recognitions...

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25 May

HR01801: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF THE PH

This resolution urges the House of Representatives to conduct an inquiry into the state of the Philippine fashion and textile industries and related sectors, aiming to address pressing issues and maximize Filipino talent in these fields. It acknowledges recent international successes of Filipino brands like Golden ABC, Inc., Aranáz, and harlan + holden, demonstrating the global potential of Filipino design even amidst a pandemic. Despite these achievements, the resolution points to a concerning decline in the domestic industry's output and...

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25 May

HR01799: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MS. CARMEN “BABY” BARREDO

This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ms. Carmen "Baby" Barredo, referred to as the "Grand Dame of Philippine Theater," who passed away on May 23, 2021, at the age of 80. Ms. Barredo's theatrical journey began at a young age, leading her to study voice and drama extensively both in the Philippines and the United States. In 1967, she co-founded Repertory Philippines, which became a premier training ground for numerous Filipino artists who went on to achieve...

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21 May

HR01785: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. RICARDO “RICKY” F. LO

This resolution expresses the deep sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Ricardo "Ricky" F. Lo, a prominent figure in Philippine show business and journalism. Mr. Lo's career spanned decades, starting as an editorial assistant for variety magazine where he launched his "FunFare" column, and later moving to The Philippine Star to continue his widely-read column and introduce "Conversations with Ricky Lo." He also made a significant mark in television, hosting shows like "The Buzz," "Startalk," an...

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18 May

HR01773: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. CRISPULO JULIO ICBAN JR.

This resolution conveys the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Crispulo Julio "Jun" Icban Jr., who passed away on April 5, 2021, at the age of 85. Mr. Icban was a highly accomplished journalist, graduating magna cum laude from the University of the Philippines, serving as editor-in-chief of the Philippine Collegian, and pursuing further studies at Syracuse University and as a Nieman Fellow at Harvard University. He dedicated 47 years of his career to the Manila Bulletin, serving...

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22 March

HR01668: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE IMPLEMENTATION

This resolution urges the House of Representatives to conduct an inquiry into the implementation of existing laws related to design professionals, specifically "The Architecture Act of 2004" (R.A. No. 9266) and the "Philippine Interior Design Act of 2012" (R.A. No. 10350). The inquiry is prompted by the changing lifestyles and priorities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which have underscored the critical role of architecture, design, and planning in adapting to a "new normal." The resolution highlights that while government infrastructure pr...

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22 March

HR01665: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE PROSPECTS OF TH

House Resolution No. 1665 urges the House of Representatives to inquire into how the UNESCO Creative Cities Network can contribute to the Philippines' post-pandemic economic recovery. This resolution highlights the potential benefits of joining this network, such as strengthening international profiles, attracting economic investors, and boosting local creative products. For the Filipino people, this initiative could translate into new job opportunities, particularly within creative industries, and a more inclusive economic environment. It...

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16 March

HR01656: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING MS. GABRIELLA SARMIENTO WILSON, KNOWN PROFESSIONALLY AS “H.E.R.”, A FILIPINA AMERICAN SINGER AND SONGWRITER FOR WINNING “SONG OF THE YEAR” AT THE 2021 GRAMMY AWARDS FOR HER SONG “I CAN’T BREATHE”

This resolution congratulates and commends Filipino-American singer-songwriter Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson, professionally known as H.E.R., for winning "Song of the Year" at the 63rd Grammy Awards in 2021 for her song "I Can't Breathe." H.E.R.'s achievement is highlighted as a significant global recognition, given that the Grammy Awards are one of the four major annual American entertainment awards. The resolution notes her Filipino heritage through her mother and her early introduction to performing on live television at age 12, eventually...

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08 March

HR01629: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. BEN FARRALES, THE ACKNOWLEDGED “DEAN OF PHILIPPINE FASHION”

This resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Ben Farrales, widely recognized as the "Dean of Philippine Fashion". Farrales, who passed away at 88, was instrumental in putting Philippine fashion on the international map, notably by incorporating indigenous fabrics into mainstream fashion and making "malong" fashion and Muslim-inspired ternos known globally through over 200 fashion shows. His significant contributions to the Philippine fashion industry were honored with the "G...

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15 February

HR01588: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE REPORTED

This resolution urges the House of Representatives, specifically the Special Committee on Creative Industry and Performing Arts and other relevant committees, to conduct an investigation into reported cases of online piracy during the 2020 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). The resolution highlights the drastic decline in MMFF revenues for 2020, with only ₱19 million generated compared to over ₱995 million in 2019, largely attributed to widespread online piracy where films were illegally offered for a fraction of the legitimate ticket pric...

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15 February

HR01578: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING GLORIA “YOYA” DIÑO-STEELE FOR HER APPOINTMENT AS ACTING ADMINISTRATOR OF UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID)

This resolution congratulates Gloria "Yoya" Diño-Steele for her appointment as Acting Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), recognizing her as the first known Filipino-American woman to hold a top position in President Joe Biden's transitional team. Her decades of service with USAID, including her role as Mission Director for the Philippines, the Pacific Islands, and Mongolia, showcase her dedication to international development and her significant contributions to various programs in the Philippi...

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08 February

HR01558: A RESOLUTION URGING THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC ACCOUNTS TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE RELEASE AND UTILIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED UNDER REPUBLIC ACT NO. 11494, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE BAYANIHAN TO RECOVER AS ONE

This resolution urges the Committee on Public Accounts to investigate the release and utilization of appropriations under Republic Act No. 11494, also known as the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act (Bayanihan 2). The resolution highlights concerns that only 73.74% of the authorized funds had been released by January 6, 2021, and that implementing agencies have not adequately reported on how much of these released funds have actually benefited the public. This delay in fund utilization is seen as hindering economic recovery and exacerbating t...

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02 February

HR01534: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF FU YABING MASALON DULO, KNOWN AS “FILIPINO TEXTILE MASTER WEAVER AND DYER”, A TEACHER AND CULTURAL BEARER OF BLAAN INDIGENOUS PEOPLE

This resolution expresses the profound condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Fu Yabing Masalon Dulo, renowned as the "Filipino Textile Master Weaver and Dyer" and a cultural bearer of the Blaan Indigenous People. Fu Yabing, who passed away at the age of 106, dedicated her life to preserving the Blaan traditional mabal tabih art of dyeing and weaving, having created masterpieces displayed at the National Museum and teaching the craft to her daughter and community. Her contributions to Philippine arts and cultur...

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27 January

HR01513: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING CAMILLE CALIMLIM TOUTON FOR HER APPOINTMENT AS DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF UNITED STATES OF AMERICA’S BUREAU OF RECLAMATION

This resolution congratulates Camille Calimlim Touton on her appointment as Deputy Commissioner of the United States of America's Bureau of Reclamation, a historic achievement as she is the first Filipino-American to hold a leadership role in the agency. Her appointment brings honor and pride to Dagupan City, her parents' hometown, and to the entire Philippines. Touton's work focuses on critical issues such as Western water policy, climate change, and drought, demonstrating the impact of Filipino talent on global challenges. The reso...

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15 December

HR01429: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE FILIPINO ARTISTS MR. ERICK PANGILINAN, MS. JAN “GABBY” LLANILLO, AND THE STUDIO OF SECRET6, INC., FOR THEIR IMMEASURABLE CONTRIBUTION TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VIDEO GAME “THE LAST OF US PART II,” WHICH WON S

This resolution congratulates and commends Filipino artists Erick Pangilinan and Jan "Gabby" Llanillo, and the Philippine-based Studio of Secret6, Inc., for their significant contributions to the development of "The Last of Us Part II" video game, which won seven awards at The Game Awards 2020. Erick Pangilinan served as the Art Director and Jan "Gabby" Llanillo as a Quality Assurance tester and lead for the multi-awarded game, while Secret6, Inc. contributed with 80 of its developers. This achievement showcases the world-class talent of F...

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08 November

HR01336: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN INVESTIGATION, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE ALARMING SITUATION OF ONLINE SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN (OSEC) IN THE PHILIPPINES

House Resolution No. 1336 seeks an investigation, in aid of legislation, into the alarming rise of online sexual exploitation of children (OSEC) in the Philippines, especially its increased prevalence during the COVID-19 pandemic. This resolution is significant for the Filipino people as it directly addresses a critical issue that harms the most vulnerable members of society—children. The Philippines has been identified as a global epicenter for OSEC, with a shocking 1,300% increase in child sexual abuse materials shared and sold online in...

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28 September

HR01256: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING MR. LAVRENTE INDICO “LAV” DIAZ, DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, SCREENPLAY WRITER, AND EDITOR OF “LAHI, HAYOP (GENUS PAN)”, FOR WINNING THE ORIZZONTI AWARD FOR BEST DIRECTOR AT THE 77TH VENICE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

House Resolution No. 1256 congratulates and commends Filipino director, producer, screenplay writer, and editor Mr. Lavrente Indico "Lav" Diaz for winning the Orizzonti Award for Best Director at the 77th Venice International Film Festival for his film "Lahi, Hayop (Genus Pan)". This resolution is significant as it recognizes and celebrates a Filipino artist who has achieved international acclaim in the prestigious Venice International Film Festival, one of the oldest and most esteemed film festivals globally. Diaz's unique approach to fil...

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14 September

HR01211: A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE APPROPRIATE COMMITTEE/S TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9242, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE PHILIPPINE TROPICAL FABRICS LAW, WITH THE END IN VIEW OF FORMULATING AMENDATORY POLIC

This resolution directs the appropriate House committees to investigate the implementation of Republic Act No. 9242, also known as the Philippine Tropical Fabrics Law, with the aim of formulating amendatory policy measures and ensuring sufficient budgetary allocation for its effective implementation. Enacted over sixteen years prior, the law mandates the preferential use of tropical fabrics made from locally produced natural fibers for government uniforms and functions, promoting patriotism, nationalism, and local industry. The resol...

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09 September

HR01200: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCE OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MARIA AZUCENA VERA-PEREZ MACEDA, MORE FONDLY KNOWN AS “MANAY ICHU,” A PILLAR AND VANGUARD OF THE PHILIPPINE MOVIE INDUSTRY

This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Maria Azucena Vera-Perez Maceda, fondly known as "Manay Ichu," a revered pillar and vanguard of the Philippine movie industry. Manay Ichu, born into the pioneering Vera-Perez family that established Sampaguita Pictures in 1937, became a producer of both critically acclaimed and commercially successful films. Her death on September 7, 2020, at the age of 77 marked a significant loss for the industry. Manay Ichu was...

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09 September

HR01196: A RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING AND COMMENDING THE RECIPIENTS OF THE 2020 GAWAD CCP PARA SA SINING AWARDEES FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO PHILIPPINE ARTS AND CULTURE

This resolution extends congratulations and commendation to the recipients of the 2020 Gawad CCP Para sa Sining Award for their outstanding achievements and contributions to Philippine arts and culture. The Gawad CCP Para sa Sining is the highest honor given by the Cultural Center of the Philippines every three years to artists or groups who have consistently produced exceptional works and enriched their art forms, as well as to cultural workers who have contributed to the development of Philippine art through research, curatorship, and ad...

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01 September

HR01176: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE HOUSE TO NOMINATE RAMON REVILLA, SR. FOR THE NATIONAL ARTIST AWARD FOR FILM IN RECOGNITION OF HIS IMMENSE CONTRIBUTIONS TO PHILIPPINE CULTURE AND THE ARTS, SPECIFICALLY TO PHILIPPINE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives to nominate Ramon Revilla, Sr. for the National Artist Award for Film, in recognition of his immense contributions to Philippine culture and the arts, specifically the Philippine entertainment industry. The National Artist Award is the highest honor conferred to Filipino artists who have significantly contributed to the country's cultural heritage, achieved artistic excellence, pioneered creative expression, created a substantial body of work, and gained broad acceptance a...

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10 August

HR01118: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN INVESTIGATION, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE ALARMING SITUATION OF ONLINE SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN (OSEC) IN THE PHILIPPINES

This resolution calls for an investigation, in aid of legislation, into the alarming situation of Online Sexual Exploitation of Children (OSEC) in the Philippines, including its prevalence during the COVID-19 health crisis. The resolution highlights that the Philippines has been described as the global epicenter of the OSEC trade, with a staggering 1,300% increase in child sexual abuse materials shared and sold online from 2017 to 2018, and a 264.63% increase in cyber tips received by the DOJ-OOC during the March-May 2020 lockdown compared...

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31 July

HR01098: A RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS (DPWH) TO UTILIZE THE NATIONAL CONVERGENCE INITIATIVE (NCI) PLATFORM WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (DEPED) TO ENSURE PROVISION OF POTABLE WATER AND SANITATION SYSTEM IN ALL PUBLIC SCH

This resolution encourages the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to collaborate with the Department of Education (DepEd) to ensure that all public schools in North Luzon are equipped with potable water and sanitation systems. This initiative is particularly significant in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, as frequent hand washing is a key measure to prevent the spread of the virus, and the pandemic has heavily impacted the education sector by closing schools for physical classes. The resolution aims to ensure the health and safe...

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07 July

HR01033: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE SINCERE CONDOLENCES OF THE HREP SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON NORTH LUZON GROWTH QUADRANGLE TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF CAMARINES SUR 1ST DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE MARISSA ANDAYA

This resolution expresses the sincere condolences of the House of Representatives Special Committee on North Luzon Growth Quadrangle to the bereaved family of the late Camarines Sur 1st District Representative Marissa Andaya. The resolution highlights Representative Andaya's valiant seven-year battle with cancer while never compromising her duties to her family and constituents. It acknowledges her significant accomplishments as a private citizen, having selflessly helped many without seeking compensation or glorification. The resolu...

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07 July

HR01032: RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DA) TO UTILIZE THE NATIONAL CONVERGENCE INITIATIVE (NCI) PLATFORM WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (DOST) TO PROVIDE THE NEEDED TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE AND DEVELOPMENT TO NORTH LUZON SALT PRODU

This resolution encourages the Department of Agriculture (DA) to utilize the National Convergence Initiative (NCI) platform with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to provide necessary technology upgrades and development to North Luzon salt producers, considering them part of the fisherfolk sector. The Philippines, despite having one of the longest coastlines globally, now imports 93% of its salt, a stark contrast to a time when it was nearly 100% self-sufficient, indicating a significant decline in the local salt industry due...

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30 June

HR01014: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING PROFOUND SYMPATHY AND SINCEREST CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE DEATH OF FORMER SENATOR RAMON REVILLA, SR.

This resolution expresses profound sympathy and sincerest condolences on the death of former Senator Ramon Revilla, Sr., acknowledging his significant contributions as a public servant and his impact on the Filipino film industry. Born Jose Acuña Bautista, "Don Ramon" served as a Senior Intelligence Officer in the Bureau of Customs before his illustrious career in entertainment, where he was revered as "Hari ng Agimat" for his roles as an actor, scriptwriter, director, and producer in classic Filipino films. His artistry garnered him numer...

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12 September

HR00327: A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES IN CELEBRATION OF FIFTY YEARS OF CONTINUOUSLY PROMOTING, PRESERVING AND DEVELOPING THE PHILIPPINE ARTS AND CULTURE

This resolution commends the men and women of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in celebration of its fifty years of continuously promoting, preserving, and developing Philippine arts and culture. Established as a non-municipal public corporation, the CCP's constitutional mandate is to foster arts and letters under the patronage of the State, aiming to become a leading institution for arts and culture in Southeast Asia by promoting artistic excellence and nurturing a broad audience. For half a century, the CCP has consiste...

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19 September

HJR0018: A JOINT RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET OF FIFTEEN BILLION PESOS (P15,000,000,000) TO BE IMMEDIATELY RELEASED TO THE NATIONAL FOOD AUTHORITY (NFA) AND DIRECTING THE LATTER TO EXCLUSIVELY USE THE AMOUNT TO URGENTLY PROCURE AT LEAST 750,000 M

This joint resolution proposes a supplemental budget of PHP 15 billion to be released immediately to the National Food Authority (NFA) to procure at least 750,000 metric tons of palay (unhusked rice) from local farmers at a farm gate price of PHP 20 per kilogram, and to sell NFA rice at PHP 27 per kilogram. The primary goal of this measure is to alleviate the severe negative impacts of the Rice Liberalization and Tariffication Law (Republic Act No. 11203) on Filipino farmers. The law has led to a drastic decline in palay prices, causing si...

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