Philippine lawmakers have officially filed the P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027, placing the comprehensive spending plan under congressional review ahead of its expected final approval in October.

Gabriela Women’s Party Rep. Sarah Elago directed the DILG and PNP to replace insensitive rape prevention reminders with gender-sensitive educational materials.

Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon has called on fellow lawmakers, falsely accused by former bodyguards of ex-Rep. Elizaldy Co, to identify and pursue those behind the allegations. The accusations involve lawmakers allegedly receiving money.

Lawmakers in the Philippines are calling for more inclusive discussions on amending the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) to remove system loss charges, emphasizing the need to involve more than one company in the talks.

A Philippine lawmaker is urging the House of Representatives to begin tackling bills aimed at amending the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (Epira) of 2001, citing the need to lower household expenses.

Philippine lawmakers are advocating for the swift approval of the 2027 national budget and pushing for reforms to address the country's economic issues ahead of the State of the Nation Address 2026.

Lawmakers and government officials in the Philippines are advocating for stricter prosecution measures against syndicates involved in the country's illegal market, citing insufficient evidence for convictions despite numerous complaints.

Philippine lawmakers are calling for an inquiry into the impact of social media on Filipino children, seeking stronger protections against online threats. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential negative effects of social media on youth.

Members of the House of Representatives called for the immediate removal of a floating platform placed by the Chinese government within the waters of Panatag or Scarborough Shoal in the West Philippine Sea.

Philippine lawmakers stated that the Senate would have violated the 1987 Constitution if it had not resumed session on Wednesday, emphasizing the chamber's duty to exercise its functions.

Marikina Rep. Miro Quimbo and Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste engaged in a legislative debate in the House of Representatives over the proper structure of a bill and taxation proposals. Quimbo advised Leviste against combining two distinct topics into a single bill.

Senators in the Philippines are divided over a proposal to delay barangay elections to reallocate funds for oil relief, with some warning of constitutional issues.

Philippine lawmakers are debating the presumption of innocence for a person named Madriaga, whose alleged financial ties are central to calls for an impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte. A recent survey indicates majority public support for an impeachment trial against VP Duterte.

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.

Lawmakers from the House of Representatives’ Makabayan bloc in the Philippines are calling for a special session of Congress to craft legislation aimed at addressing the rising fuel prices, which they attribute to the Middle East conflict.

Lawmakers in the Philippines have moved forward with the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Duterte.

Members of the Philippine House of Representatives have urged the appropriations committee to reinstate the original budget requests for the Presidential Communications Office and its affiliated bodies for the upcoming fiscal year.

ACT Representative Antonio Tinio has formally asked the Department of Justice to explain why its confidential funds increased nearly ten times in 2025, raising transparency concerns over government spending.

Malacañang has urged Philippine lawmakers to thoroughly study the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027, particularly its financial assistance component, before making public comments.

Lawmakers in the Philippines have filed measures to reduce the value-added tax collected on system loss charges in power bills, aiming to ease the financial burden on consumers.

Several bills have been filed in the Philippine House of Representatives seeking to remove system loss charges from electric bills, following President Marcos' call to address the issue.

The Ombudsman is conducting an investigation into Representatives Cristy Angeles and Jojo Ang Jr. regarding alleged conflicts of interest tied to flood-control contractors.

Philippine House lawmakers have criticized the administration's economic achievements, arguing that an 'upper-middle income' status masks a significant wealth gap and a severe wage crisis affecting millions of Filipinos.

Lawmakers from the Akbayan bloc in the Philippine House of Representatives have called for a congressional inquiry into the impact of the Mindanao earthquake and the government's disaster preparedness and response.

Philippine lawmakers and military executives have strongly criticized China's sanctions against Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro. The Armed Forces of the Philippines expressed solidarity with Teodoro against these measures.

Lawmakers in the Philippines have suggested reviewing the policies of the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) in response to rising power costs and frequent brownouts, rather than solely blaming the grid operator.

Philippine lawmakers are advancing new legislative measures aimed at combating the abuse of deepfakes, focusing on consent and transparency for AI-generated media.

Philippine lawmakers have impeached Sara Duterte, a presidential hopeful, amidst political developments in the country, and she now awaits a Senate trial.

Amid the oil crisis triggered by the Middle East war, Philippine lawmakers are calling on the Department of Energy and Department of Justice to investigate and address “unreasonable” increases in fuel prices.

Philippine lawmakers are addressing the nation's economic challenges, with Senator Legarda arguing against taxing the crisis and emphasizing rising costs, while Representative Dy advocates for a fuel supply security plan under the Kalinga bill.

Vice President Sara Duterte's lawyer has stated she will not respond to the impeachment complaints filed against her at the House of Representatives, while Philippine lawmakers continue to deny claims of bribery and double standards in the handling of these complaints.

Filipino legislators are pressing for greater disclosure regarding financial trails linked to the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, while legal scholars debate whether sub judice rules should limit her public comments. The proceedings highlight growing political friction and scrutiny over executive accountability in the Philippines.

House representatives advocate for a higher budget allocation for the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development next year, countering proposed reductions in the 2027 National Expenditure Program.

Philippine lawmakers are challenging allegations of budget insertions, questioning how such insertions could have been made when the National Expenditure Program (NEP) was not yet in their possession. A solon dared the accuser to name the House prosecutors involved in the alleged insertions.

Philippine lawmakers have criticized Vice President Sara Duterte's recent comments on government performance, with one calling her criticisms 'ironic' and another questioning her previous claims about low crime rates during her father's term.

Several Philippine lawmakers, including Senators Ejercito and Sotto, and Representatives Dy and Sandro Marcos, have filed bills to increase the tax-free income threshold. Proposals range from P350,000 to P600,000 annually, aiming to provide tax relief to a broader segment of the workforce.

Amid recent incidents of school-related violence, Philippine Representative Chel Diokno is advocating for a review of the country's firearms law to implement stiffer penalties for firearm negligence.

Ranking members of the House of Representatives in the Philippines expressed optimism that the resolution of a Senate leadership dispute would allow Congress to resume its legislative duties and address other pressing matters.

Several House of Representatives lawmakers in the Philippines have expressed no objections to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. potentially calling a special session to resolve a leadership dispute within the Senate.

Representatives Albee Benitez and Lordan Suan denied any increase in lawmakers’ Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses allocations amid ongoing discussions regarding Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment.

Philippine lawmakers are proposing either a P6 per liter VAT cap or a full suspension of the Value Added Tax on fuel to mitigate rising prices. This comes as legislators question whether the Palace will support such measures.

Philippine lawmakers are exploring joint oil and gas exploration deals with China to address the global energy crunch, despite warnings from a former Supreme Court justice who called accepting Beijing's terms 'suicide.' The discussions highlight ongoing tensions and strategic considerations in the region.

Some lawmakers in the Philippines are calling on the government to consider postponing the ASEAN Summit this year to reallocate public funds, citing soaring inflation and a global oil crisis.

Philippine lawmakers have moved two impeachment complaints against Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio a step closer to formal proceedings, advancing a case that could ultimately threaten her political future as a potential contender for the presidency in 2028. The drawn-out process also carries political risks for both camps, with some lawmakers arguing that a failed Senate conviction could ultimately strengthen Duterte-Carpio ahead of the 2028 race. The House of Representatives’ justice...