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Legarda Files Anew Bill to Maximize Benefits of Malunggay

Senator Loren Legarda has re-filed a proposed measure that will allow the government to maximize the uses and benefits of malunggay.

Senate Bill No. 418, or the proposed Malunggay Develeopment Act, aims to spur the production, processing, marketing and distribution of malunggay in suitable areas around the country in order to acquire its benefits.

Senators vow to help increase budget for DoT

Senators vowed to help the Department of Tourism (DoT) increase its proposed ‘’measly’’ 2017 P2.46 billion budget saying that the next fiscal year is a a crucial time for the Philippine government to step up its tourism efforts in order to counter any negative perception that the international community may have towards the country.

Sen. Loren Legarda, chairwoman of the Senate finance committee, told DoT officials led by its secretary, Wanda Corazon T. Teo, to make study their Department of Budget and Management (DBM)-slashed budget and make a formal request for augmentation.

Legarda Congratulates Lav Diaz, Charo Santos for Golden Lion Win in Venice

Senator Loren Legarda today commended independent filmmaker Lav Diaz and actress Charo Santos-Concio for winning the Golden Lion in the 73rd Venice International Film Festival for the film “Ang Babaeng Humayo“ (The Woman Who Left).

Message of Senator Loren Legarda for 2016 Eidul Adha

“I join our Muslim brothers and sisters in commemorating the Eidul Adha. I wish for a solemn and meaningful celebration of this important Islamic Feast,” said Senator Loren Legarda, co-author of Republic Act No. 9849, Act Declaring Eidul Adha a National Holiday.

Legarda Bats for Immediate Passage of Housing Dept Bill

Senator Loren Legarda has sought the immediate passage of the proposed measure creating the Department of Housing and Urban Development (DHUD) to immediately and efficiently address the country’s housing needs and other related issues.