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The Philippine House of Representatives has approved articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte, with her camp stating readiness for a Senate trial. The vote count and proceedings were closely monitored amidst political tensions.
The Philippine House of Representatives' Justice Committee has approved impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, finding sufficient grounds to proceed. This development has prompted senators to hold caucuses to prepare for a potential impeachment trial, while Duterte's camp criticizes the process.
The Philippine House of Representatives has released the Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) of 26 lawmakers to the Ombudsman. This action follows a "warning" from Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla regarding transparency.
The Philippine House of Representatives has initiated multi-panel hearings to formulate a comprehensive government response to the escalating fuel and commodity prices.
Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V stated that the House of Representatives is expected to exceed its performance in the 19th Congress regarding productivity, even while handling impeachment complaints.
The Philippine House of Representatives has passed 18 of 52 priority pieces of legislation identified by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) before adjourning for the Lenten break.
The Philippine House of Representatives has commenced plenary deliberations on the anti-dynasty bill, which has drawn criticism for being potentially watered-down.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved a bill to abolish the travel tax on its second reading, aiming to ease the financial burden on Filipino travelers.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved an ethics probe into remarks made by Representative Bong Suntay against actress Anne Curtis, with the House women and gender equality chair emphasizing the dignity of women.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved three bills on third and final reading, including two priority measures identified by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council.
A bill has been filed in the Philippine House of Representatives to amend existing law, increasing annual paid leaves for employees from five to ten days.
Philippine House of Representatives Majority Leader Sandro Marcos has called on banks and financial service providers to waive fees for customers, citing the ongoing Middle East conflict.
The Philippine House of Representatives has implemented energy-saving measures, including setting thermostats higher or turning off AC, leading to warmer temperatures for those in Batasan.
A bill has been filed in the Philippine House of Representatives to mandate the free provision of scholastic records for fresh graduates, aiming to assist them in job applications.
The Philippine House of Representatives has successfully passed eighteen of the 52 Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (Ledac) priority measures ahead of the Holy Week observance.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved a measure to scrap the travel tax, which still requires Senate approval and the President's signature to become law.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved a bill that proposes to reset the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) elections to the second Monday of September 2026.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved both the Land Use Act and amendments to the 4Ps (Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program) bill on their third reading. These legislative actions aim to provide a blueprint for sustainable growth and ensure continued aid for poor Filipinos.
The Philippine House of Representatives has filed a resolution to recognize and congratulate Pinoy-pop girl group BINI for their performance at Coachella 2026, making them the first Filipino pop group to perform at the US-based festival.
The Philippine House of Representatives plans to invite oil firms for questioning amid concerns over alleged cartel-like behavior and the ongoing fuel crisis.
The Philippine House of Representatives is holding a joint hearing to discuss solutions to the fuel price crisis, while Senator Imee Marcos has filed a bill mandating oil firms to unbundle their prices.
The Philippine House of Representatives has passed 18 priority measures, including legislation aimed at lowering fuel prices and converting residential waste into energy, ahead of its Holy Week adjournment.
Debates in the Philippine House of Representatives grew heated over a proposed anti-dynasty bill, with Representative Erice criticizing the measure as 'diluted' and insufficient to end the monopoly of power held by dynasts.
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved on second reading a proposal to abolish the travel tax for outbound Filipino travelers, aiming to reduce travel costs and boost tourism and economic activity.
A Rappler analysis explains why the anti-dynasty bill currently advancing in the Philippine House of Representatives is considered a 'big joke' and unlikely to curb political dynasties.