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Senator Joel Villanueva has sponsored a bill aimed at making the government's merit scholarship program permanent, emphasizing that poverty should not hinder academically gifted Filipino students from pursuing education.
The Philippine Senate is on track to begin Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial on July 6, with preparations underway for security and pre-trial matters. Discussions have included the conviction threshold and the potential role of Senator Chiz Escudero as presiding officer, which some groups oppose due to concerns about Senate credibility.
Senator Joel Villanueva states his intention to attend a potential special session of Congress, which could be crucial in resolving the Senate leadership impasse in the Philippines.
Students from Benguet State University's College of Information Sciences have joined nationwide calls to oppose the appointment of Senator Joel Villanueva as chairperson of the Senate Committee on Higher, Technical, and Vocational Education.
Senator Joel Villanueva has filed Senate Bill No. 2375, or the Part-Time Employment Act, seeking to grant part-time workers similar rights and benefits as full-time employees in the Philippines.
Youth groups in the Philippines have questioned the Office of the Ombudsman's alleged failure to file charges against Senator Joel Villanueva, despite earlier statements that the case was 'ripe' for filing.
Cibac party-list Rep. Eddie Villanueva urged his son, Sen. Joel Villanueva, to follow his conscience rather than his political friends amidst a Senate dispute in the Philippines.
Senators Jinggoy Estrada and Joel Villanueva stated they are "not bothered" by the criminal charges recommended against them in the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's Chairman’s Report.
Senator Joel Villanueva has expressed support for proposals to strengthen the Philippines' anti-money laundering law. He emphasized the need for broader powers to combat financial crimes while ensuring safeguards against abuse.
The Philippine Senate majority experienced uncertainty before Sen. Joel Villanueva confirmed his decision to join their bloc. His transfer was confirmed late Tuesday night, according to Sen. Panfilo Lacson.
The Office of the Ombudsman has escalated its legal offensive against three senators, Rodante Marcoleta, Jinggoy Estrada, and Joel Villanueva, securing a precautionary hold departure order against Marcoleta.
MANILA, Philippines — The case of Sen. Joel Villanueva being investigated by the Department of Justice (DOJ) is now in “an advanced stage,” Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano said on Monday. Villanueva faces charges in violation of the Anti-Graft Law, malversation of public funds through falsification of public documents, direct bribery, corruption of public officials, and