Manila: A total of 7,030 bills and 645 resolutions have been filed at the House of Representatives during the first regular session of the 20th Congress, spanning 22 session days, as reported by Majority Leader Sandro Marcos.
According to Philippines News Agency, 86 of these measures, including 12 endorsed by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC), have been approved, while 584 remain pending in various committees and the plenary. The LEDAC, which has placed President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s reform agenda at the forefront of the House's activities, has identified 48 priority bills for consideration.
Under the leadership of Speaker Bojie Dy, the House aims to demonstrate its commitment to advancing the LEDAC's agenda, reflecting the dedication and unity of its members in passing crucial legislation. Among the passed measures is the 2026 General Appropriations Act, amounting to PHP6.793 trillion, which has been transmitted to the President. Additionally, 52 resolutions have been adopted, and 32 House-approved bills are awaiting Senate action.
Sandro Marcos highlighted that the House is striving to address the nation's challenges at a rapid pace, with LEDAC priorities guiding its reform efforts. Out of the 48 LEDAC items, 12 bills have passed the third reading, five are pending fiscal review, 15 are under technical or committee scrutiny, and 17 are slated for committee hearings.
Prominent among the 12 LEDAC measures already approved are amendments to the Electric Power Industry Reform Act, the Waste-to-Energy bill, and the National Center for Geriatric Health, among others. Five additional LEDAC measures have cleared substantive committees but await fiscal evaluations, including the National Land Use Act and the Presidential Merit Scholarship Program.
Marcos emphasized the importance of ensuring that when these measures reach the plenary, their financial implications are thoroughly assessed. Meanwhile, 15 LEDAC items, including amendments to the Universal Health Care Act and the Rice Tariffication law, are undergoing detailed technical and committee reviews.
The remaining 17 LEDAC measures, including amendments to the Coconut Farmers and Industry Trust Fund Act and proposals on online gambling regulations, are prepared for committee deliberation. The House's focus will continue to prioritize social protection, health, education, and good governance measures when sessions resume on January 26.
Marcos reiterated that LEDAC's priorities align with the public's needs, addressing essential areas such as education, healthcare, and employment.
