Albay 1st District Rep. Edcel Lagman. File Photo

“Opposition Congressman Predicts Challenges for RBH 7 in the Senate”

Learn more about the challenges faced by RBH 7, a proposed amendment to loosen foreign ownership restrictions in the Philippines. Despite its passage in the House of Representatives, the resolution is expected to encounter opposition in the Senate. Discover the concerns surrounding the phrase “unless otherwise provided by law” and its potential impact on voters’ understanding of the amendment.

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Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Erwin Garcia delivers his keynote message during a forum on political parties and elections organized by the Political Participation for Greater Electoral Integrity held in Manila on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Signature Sheets and the Need for Amending PI Rules

Learn more about the status of signature sheets submitted for people’s initiative (PI) and the need for amending the rules governing the process. The Comelec has temporarily suspended proceedings related to the signature campaign to amend the Constitution through PI. Currently, the Comelec’s focus is on voter registration and the procurement of equipment for the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections. [supporting sentences]. Category: Politics.

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