Governance & Reform
Committee on Committee on Civil Service, Government Reorganization and Professional Regulation
QUORUM (INFORMING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, FIRST SPECIAL SESSION)
The resolution states that the Senate has confirmed a quorum and is prepared to act on urgent legislative matters and appointments during a special session called by the President.
AMENDING RULE II OF THE RULES OF PROCEDURE ON IMPEACHMENT TRIALS
The resolution proposes changes to the rules governing impeachment trials, specifically to allow for the election of a presiding officer in cases that do not involve the President.
THE MAGNA CARTA FOR BARANGAYS
The Magna Carta for Barangays aims to enhance the governance and support for barangays by establishing regular employment for barangay officials, guaranteeing basic services, and ensuring fiscal autonomy.
PEOPLE'S FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT
The People's Freedom of Information Act aims to implement the people's right to information and promote transparency in public service. It establishes guidelines for accessing public information and mandates government agencies to disclose certain records and transactions.
FAKE NEWS ACCOUNTABILITY AND INFORMATION INTEGRITY ACT
The Fake News Accountability and Information Integrity Act aims to penalize the malicious dissemination of false information that threatens public order or national security, particularly through digital platforms.
INSTITUTE FOR STRATEGIC STUDIES
This bill proposes the creation of the Institute for Strategic Studies (ISS) to enhance understanding of domestic and international issues and assist the government in policy formulation through research and strategic studies.
PUBLICATION OF LAWS IN THE PRINT OR ONLINE VERSION OF THE OFFICIAL GAZETTE AND OF A NEWSPAPER
This bill aims to amend the Civil Code of the Philippines to allow for the publication of laws in both print and online versions of the Official Gazette and in newspapers of general circulation, ensuring wider access to legal information.
THE PEOPLE EMPOWERMENT ACT
The People Empowerment Act aims to create a partnership system between local governments and civil society organizations by establishing a People's Council in every local government unit (LGU). This council will facilitate citizen participation in local governance and ensure that the views of citizens are considered in government processes.
EQUAL USE OF OFFICIAL LANGUAGES ACT
The bill mandates the equal use of Filipino and English in all government documents and issuances to enhance public understanding and accessibility.
LUNTIAN NA PAGPAPAHAYAG ACT OF 2025 (GREEN PUBLICATION ACT)
The Luntian na Pagpapahayag Act of 2025 aims to establish electronic publication as a legally valid method for disseminating laws, regulations, and government issuances, promoting environmental sustainability and digital inclusion.
ENERGY ADVOCACY COUNSEL ACT
The Energy Advocacy Counsel Act aims to create the Energy Advocacy Counsel Office (EACO) to represent electricity end-users in energy-related cases and proceedings, ensuring their interests are upheld in matters such as rate-setting and service reliability.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING LAW OF THE PHILIPPINES
This bill aims to regulate the practice of environmental engineering in the Philippines, establishing standards for education, licensure, and professional practice in the field.
RATIONALIZED SYSTEM OF DECENTRALIZATION
This bill aims to strengthen local autonomy by amending the Local Government Code of 1991 to ensure that local government units can operate independently without undue restrictions from national agencies.