De Lima seeks to regulate gadget use among young students
Senator Leila M. de Lima has filed a measure regulating the use of mobile phones and other electronic gadgets among students in private and public schools to improve their academic performance and achieve academic excellence. In filing Senate Bill (SB) No. 1271, De Lima said it is the duty of the State to provide students […]
De Lima denounces arrest of Davao-based reporter
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has denounced the recent arbitrary arrest and temporary detention of a Davao-based radio reporter who was purportedly harassed by the police for interviewing protesters. De Lima, a known human rights defender here and abroad, said the highly irregular arrest of Radyo ni Juan reporter Glenn Jester Hitgano should not […]
De Lima calls Duterte’s threat to scrap VFA an irrational move
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has bewailed Mr. Duterte’s threat to scrap the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States, calling it an “irrational move.” De Lima, a former justice secretary, maintained that the termination of the 1999 military pact allowing Filipino and American soldiers to hold joint drills in […]
De Lima bats for pet-friendly apartments, condos seeks to revisit antiquated ‘Condominium Act’
Senator Leila M. de Lima has expressed interest to revisit the 53-year-old “Condominium Act” to make it attuned to the changing lifestyles of Filipino families, especially among tenants who want to keep pets in their condominiums or apartments. In revisiting the antiquated law, the lady Senator from Bicol underscored the need to look into the […]
De Lima proposes 15-day paid leave for disaster response volunteers
Senator Leila M. de Lima has proposed a 15-day paid leaves from work to be granted to disaster response volunteers to allow them to participate in specialized disaster-related operations for government-led and government-accredited institutions. De Lima filed Senate Bill (SB) No. 1284 seeking to grant disaster service volunteers up to an aggregate of 15 days […]
De Lima pushes for training of family members caring for PDDs
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has urged her colleagues in the Senate to consider the passage of a bill creating a national council tasked to ensure the welfare of persons with developmental disabilities (PDDs), especially in times of natural disasters. De Lima made the appeal as she thanked the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) for […]
‘Chinese desks’ not enough to curb crime surge – De Lima
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has expressed alarm over the growing trend of crimes involving Chinese nationals in the country which could worsen if authorities fail to step up their campaign against Chinese offenders. De Lima said the Philippine National Police (PNP) under the leadership of new PNP Chief Lt. Gen. Archie Gamboa should […]
De Lima warns of unscrupulous solicitations for Taal-affected families
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has warned the public against unscrupulous individuals who are using the generosity of others to steal donations and contributions intended for relief and recovery efforts to those affected by Taal volcano’s eruption. De Lima made the statement after she received reports that certain unscrupulous individuals are capitalizing on the […]
De Lima calls for aid for Taal-affected families, pushes for ‘Calamity Leave’ Bill
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has urged her colleagues in the Senate to pass the “Calamity Leave” bill which seeks to allow public and private workers to take care of their families and properties when disasters, such as the Taal eruption, strike. In a message, De Lima pushed anew for the immediate passage of […]
De Lima bats for perpetual disqualification for public officials behind lying witnesses
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has joined fresh calls by some lawmakers to impose heavier penalties and stiffer fines to witnesses who lie under oath, including perpetual disqualification for government officials behind false testimony. De Lima, who is nearing her third year of unjust detention over trumped-up illegal drug charges, said she is the […]