VILLANUEVA, JOEL
Independent · Nationwide
Issue mix
RELIEF FUNDING FOR COMMUNITIES AFFECTED BY THE MINDANAO EARTHQUAKE
The resolution calls on the national government to provide necessary funding and resources for the relief and recovery of communities affected by the earthquake in Mindanao.
PABAHAY PARA SA MGA KAWANI NG SUC ACT (PABAHAY-SUC ACT)
The PABAHAY PARA SA MGA KAWANI NG SUC ACT is a proposed law that seeks to create a sustainable housing program for tenured staff at state universities and colleges, offering support for housing both on and off campus.
ADOPTION OF ALTERNATIVE WORK ARRANGEMENTS IN ENTERPRISES
This bill proposes to allow businesses registered with investment promotion agencies to adopt alternative work arrangements, such as telecommuting, by amending an existing section of the National Internal Revenue Code.
ADOPT-A-SCHOOL ACT OF 2026
The Adopt-A-School Act of 2026 seeks to improve incentives for private companies to support public schools. It proposes changes to an existing law from 1998 to encourage more participation from the private sector in education.
EXPANDING THE COVERAGE OF R.A. NO. 10883 (NEW ANTI-CARNAPPING ACT)
The bill SBN-2138 seeks to broaden the scope of the New Anti-Carnapping Act to cover situations where motor vehicles are taken through deceit or fraudulent methods. It is currently pending in the committee for further discussion.
EMERGENCY FINANCIAL STABILITY AND CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT
The Emergency Financial Stability and Consumer Protection Act seeks to provide the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas with emergency regulatory powers over financial institutions during a national emergency.
EXPANDED NATIONAL NUTRITION PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded National Nutrition Program Act seeks to enhance the existing National Nutrition Program by amending a previous law and allocating necessary funds. It is currently under consideration in the Senate.
REVISED PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD LAW
The bill aims to revise the existing Philippine Coast Guard Law. It is currently pending further discussion in the Senate.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 7279 (URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING ACT)
The bill, titled 'An Act Enhancing the Capacity of Government to Implement Socialized Housing Projects,' seeks to amend the Urban Development and Housing Act to better manage land acquisition and utilization for housing projects. It is currently pending a second reading in the Senate.
AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES EXTENSION ACT
The Agriculture and Fisheries Extension Act seeks to enhance the support system for agriculture and fisheries in the Philippines by establishing a dedicated bureau and securing funding for its initiatives.
ANTI-TICKET SCALPING ACT
The Anti-Ticket Scalping Act seeks to make it illegal to sell or buy admission tickets through unauthorized channels and sets penalties for such actions. The bill is currently pending further discussion in the Senate.
UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO QUALITY TERTIARY EDUCATION ACT
The bill seeks to improve access to quality tertiary education in the Philippines by amending an existing law. It has been approved by both houses of Congress.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 10699 (NATIONAL ATHLETES AND COACHES BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES ACT)
The bill aims to amend the existing law that provides benefits and incentives to national athletes and coaches.
FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is a proposed law that seeks to regulate how debts are collected, ensuring that debtors are protected from abusive practices. It is currently pending in the House of Representatives.
BANKING REFORM FOR INTEGRITY, GOOD GOVERNANCE, HONESTY, AND TRANSPARENCY (BRIGHT) ACT
The Banking Reform for Integrity, Good Governance, Honesty, and Transparency (BRIGHT) Act seeks to change the rules regarding the confidentiality of bank deposits, allowing for more disclosure. It is currently pending further discussion in the Senate.
UHC MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACT
The UHC Medical Assistance Program Act seeks to create a universal healthcare medical assistance program that combines existing support for low-income individuals. It is currently pending further discussion in the Senate.
EXTENDING THE DURATION OF SECOND CONGRESSIONAL COMMISSION ON EDUCATION (EDCOM II)
The bill, titled 'An Act Extending the Duration of the Second Congressional Commission on Education,' aims to prolong the existence of EDCOM II and modifies an existing law related to it. It has been approved by the President and is under the committee for Higher, Technical and Vocational Education.