February 4, 2025
Mr. President, esteemed colleagues,
Let it be clear and firmly placed on the record: this inquiry has never been solely about one individual. It is about an extensive web of deceit—a network of human trafficking, money laundering, document falsification, corruption, owning hectares of our lands by aliens for criminal activities, and other illegal operations. The fraudulent acquisition of legitimate government documents by aliens carries grave and far-reaching consequences. It facilitates crimes such as human trafficking and identity theft, inflicting direct harm […]
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February 4, 2025
Senator Loren Legarda lauded the Senate’s approval of Senate Bill No. 2838, or the Magna Carta of Barangay Health Workers, on its third and final reading, marking a historic milestone in recognizing the dedication and sacrifices of Barangay Health Workers (BHWs).
“For decades, our Barangay Health Workers have been the silent guardians of our communities, ensuring no one is left behind in healthcare. They have served without complaint, without fanfare, and for far too long, without the recognition and support they […]
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February 3, 2025
On her 65th birthday, Senator Loren Legarda reaffirmed her commitment to honoring the history and heritage of her home province as she co-sponsored the proposed measure declaring August 5 of every year a special non-working holiday in the Municipality of Anini-y, Province of Antique.
“Araw ng Anini-y is not merely a celebration of its independence from its former town; it is also a tribute to the rich history of Anini-y as one of the earliest settlements in Panay. This occasion honors […]
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February 3, 2025
As the nation celebrates National Arts Month this February, Senator Loren Legarda, Dangal ng Haraya awardee, the Patron of Arts and Culture, calls on all Filipinos to embrace, nurture, and honor the country’s artistic and cultural heritage that gives meaning and purpose to our identity as Filipinos.
For the four-term Senator, culture and the arts are an integral part of nation-building, the pulse of the nation, and the living memory of the Filipino spirit. Legarda believes that the richness of our […]
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February 1, 2025
Manila, Philippines — Senator Loren Legarda has filed a groundbreaking bill seeking to recognize and reward the loyalty of long-term PhilHealth contributors, aiming to address long-standing grievances about inequities in the national health insurance system. The proposed measure establishes the PhilHealth Member Recognition Program (PMRP), a points-based system designed to reward members for consistent and sustained contributions, offering additional tangible benefits beyond the standard package.
Under the bill, members who have consistently paid premiums will receive retroactive recognition for their past […]
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