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by Win Gatchalian on June, 4, 2021

To teachers: Register, get vaccinated against COVID-19

With the COVID-19 vaccination program opening up to the A4 priority list, Senator Win Gatchalian is urging teachers and non-teaching staff to register with their local government units and receive their jabs.

Energy
by Win Gatchalian on June, 3, 2021

Senate probe sought on electricity supply shortage in Luzon

Senator Win Gatchalian moved for the conduct of inquiry in the Senate on the recent spate of rotational brownouts in Luzon in the hope of providing a long-term solution to electricity supply shortages especially during the summer season.

Education
by Win Gatchalian on May, 31, 2021

Bill ensuring equal opportunities for learners breezes through third reading

The Senate has approved on third and final reading a bill that would institute services for learners with disabilities in support of inclusive education. For Senator Win Gatchalian, sponsor and co-author of the measure, this is a major step forward in ensuring that learners with disabilities are not left behind in the basic education sector’s better normal.

Energy
by Win Gatchalian on May, 31, 2021

Demand for EVs to gain momentum with law in place soon

Consumer demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the country is likely to perk up especially as it will be proven to be more affordable in the long run than the traditional gas-powered ones and transform the entire automotive industry once the proposed Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations Act is enacted into law, Senator Win Gatchalian said.

Public Order & Safety
by Win Gatchalian on May, 30, 2021

Resolution vs. loan sharks, other online lending scams sought

Senator Win Gatchalian will seek an inquiry into the proliferation of loan sharks and other online lending schemes of some companies not under the supervision of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Education
by Win Gatchalian on May, 28, 2021

Drug abuse prevention program in Grades 7-12 subjects needed

Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a bill that aims to integrate a drug abuse prevention program in Grades 7 to 12 subjects under the K to 12 Basic Education System.

Public Order & Safety
by Win Gatchalian on May, 27, 2021

Senate nod on ‘anti-OSAEC’ bill hailed; stronger law vs. human trafficking needed

Senator Win Gatchalian hailed the Senate’s third reading approval of a bill that would strengthen the government’s crackdown on the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC).

Public Order & Safety
by Win Gatchalian on May, 26, 2021

SIM card registration to put an end to fake food delivery bookings, other online scams

It’s high time that the Philippines joins the growing list of countries mandating the registration of pre-paid subscriber identity module (SIM) cards to finally put to an end on the prevalence of scams and other forms of online deceptions, Senator Win Gatchalian said.

Public Order & Safety
by Win Gatchalian on May, 25, 2021

Swift, impartial justice needed on killing of Valenzuela teen with special needs

Senator Win Gatchalian is calling for swift and impartial justice to the death of an 18-year old man with special needs in a supposed scuffle in Valenzuela City on May 23.