Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s 4th State of the Nation Address (SONA) garnered praises and support from members of the House of Representatives.
According to Philippines News Agency, Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua expressed his support for the President's emphasis on accountability in electric power distribution and water services delivery, highlighting the need for accountability measures in public works projects.
Manila 6th District Rep. Bienvenido 'Benny' Abante Jr. welcomed the administration's commitment to addressing the disappearance of cockfight enthusiasts, seeing it as a dismantling of the culture of impunity in the country. He urged law enforcement to pursue justice with urgency and determination, reinforcing that no one is above the law.
Bohol 3rd District Rep. Kristine Alexie Besas Tutor commended the President's clear and pro-poor SONA, which addressed key issues such as public health, social services, housing, and public works in Bohol. She supported the accountability measures and budget priorities outlined by the President.
Quezon 3rd District Rep. Reynante Arrogancia noted the SONA's clear and practical priorities, particularly the swift distribution of Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOA) to farmers and the electrification of remote barangays. He vowed to support amendments to the Coco Levy Fund and promote net metering for households.
Senior Citizens Party-List Rep. Rodolfo 'Ompong' Ordanes expressed joy over the expansion of Philippine Health Insurance Corp.'s dialysis coverage and increased funding for Early Childhood Care and Development centers. He committed to supporting these initiatives in the national budget.
Bukidnon 2nd District Rep. Jonathan Keith Flores emphasized the relevance of the SONA to rural communities, especially regarding CLOA distribution, amendments to the Coco Levy Fund law, and water service delivery issues.
Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco supported Marcos' call to investigate government flood control projects, advocating for accountability among corrupt officials and emphasizing the need to safeguard the national budget from unauthorized insertions.
