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In the Spirit of Transparency: Lacson Details Proposed Institutional Amendments in 2020 Budget

Sen. Lacson proposed institutional amendments to the P4.1-trillion national budget for 2020. These include added funding for landmark programs of the administration, such as the PhilSys (National ID) program, the Universal Health Program, and free tuition. He also sought to deduct funding from programs of agencies such as the DPWH and DoTr due to their underutilization of funds, and realign them to more worthwhile projects.

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At a Glance: The Anti-Terrorism Act of 2019 (18th Congress)

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“We need a legal framework for anti-terrorism that is clear, concise, balanced, and rational.” – Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson, in his sponsorship speech on Oct. 2, 2019

Related: Sponsorship Speech for the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2019 (18th Congress)
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A Closer Look: Doctors Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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Doctors Pharmaceuticals Inc., owned by the family of DOH Sec. Francisco Duque III, seems to be a “lucky” business entity that sets aside health for wealth, as shown by the following documents.

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At a Glance: PhilWealth and Department of Wealth

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“Here’s the paradox: the financial health of PhilHealth is fast deteriorating, and in fact, in a state of coma. The policies in place engender fraud and corruption and the crooks exploit the system.” – Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson, in his privilege speech on July 29, 2019

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Privilege Speech: PhilWealth and Department of Wealth
A Closer Look: Doctors Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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Sen. Lacson’s Chairmanship and Membership in Senate Committees

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In the 18th Congress, Sen. Lacson is chairman of the Senate Committees on:
1. Defense and National Security
2. Accounts

He is vice chairman of the following Senate committees:
1. Electoral Reforms
2. Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes
3. Justice and Human Rights
4. Public Order and Dangerous Drugs
5. Games and Amusement
6. Finance
7. Public Services

He is a member of the Senate committees on:
1. Rules
2. Health and Demography
3. Urban Planning, Housing and Resettlement
4. Local Government
5. Energy
6. Foreign Relations
7. Basic Education, Arts and Culture
8. Higher and Technical Education
9. Labor, Employment and Human Resource Development
10. Agriculture and Food
11. Accountability of Public Officers and Investigations (Blue Ribbon)
12. Public Information and Mass Media
13. Public Works
14. Ethics and Privileges
15. Climate Change
16. Ways and Means

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