Legarda lauds Magna Carta for Barangay Health Workers approval on 3rd reading

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 […]

Legarda co-sponsors Araw ng Anini-y

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 […]

Legarda champions cultural heritage and ingenuity in celebration of National Arts Month 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 […]

Legarda files bill to reward years of loyalty among PhilHealth members with enhanced benefits

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 […]

Legarda calls for increased education funding, stronger multisectoral action at EDCOM II Year 2 Report launch

Senator Loren Legarda, Commissioner of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), joined key stakeholders in launching the Year 2 Report of EDCOM II, “Fixing the Foundations: A Matter of National Survival,” at the Senate of the Philippines on Tuesday, emphasizing education as the backbone of national progress.
“Today is about a vision—one that is deliberate, informed, and firmly centered on the Filipino learner. The launch of EDCOM II’s Year Two Report marks the culmination of rigorous study and insightful […]