RH Bill

The Philippine Congress approved a number of bills to beat year-end, but it looks like the Reproductive Health Bill that women’s groups and advocates have been lobbying for are still not included in the list of priority bills.

19 Bills Approved by Congress on Last Session of 2011

In a show of the same speedy disposition as they accorded the impeachment of Chief Justice Renato Corona, the members of the lower House yesterday approved 19 bills right before going on break for the Christmas holidays. ... Full story

Santiago mixes in a bit of humor with RH bill discussion

Santiago Talks RH Bill at Forum

A firm supporter of the RH Bill, Santiago sheds even more light on the controversial law and reveals hopes to pass it for votes at the Senate by 2012 ... Full story

Lapid cites poor education to current problems with English

Raising the Bar on Qualifications for Office

Lapid’s poor English puts spotlight on improving qualifications to run for office ... Full story

RH bill principal sponsor Senator Pia S. Cayetano remains passionate about fighting for the Filipino women’s rights to maternal health and responsible parenthood.

Solons Clash Anew on RH Bill Merits

Proponents of the Reproductive Health bill (RH bill) that has already been in the pipeline for quite a while are still parrying arguments from solons opposing the passing of the bill and supporting the Catholic church’s position in the matter. ... Full story

Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma is now the president of CBCP,

Malacañang open for RH Bill talks with Church

Government denies hitting back on bishops with PCSO fund scam issue ... Full story

Pambansang Kamao and newbie congressman Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao in action

Pacquiao Manages 7 Bills Despite Absenteeism

Neophyte lawmaker and "The People's Champ" Manny Pacquiao has managed to author at least 7 bills despite his frequent absences from Congress sessions. ... Full story

President Benigno Aquino III stood as the best man during Senator Miriam Santiago’s renewal of vows with her husband, former DILG Undersecretary Narciso Santiago.

Miriam Renews Vows While Supporting the Proposed Divorce Bill

Believes That Divorce is Better for Couples Than Making Their Lives Miserable ... Full story

KNOCKED UP NOT KNOCKED DOWN. Pregnant women join a rally pushing for the approval of the RH bill.

RH bill endorsed by Senate panels, up for plenary review

Yay or nay? Lawmakers sign to transmit bill and finally get an answer ... Full story

Lea Salonga says her refusing to run for any government position is a personal thing.

Will Lea Salonga Go from Entertainment to Politics?

Speaks about the Controversial RH Bill and Running for a Government Position ... Full story

RH Bill still unresolved – will the Divorce Bill follow?

Divorce Bill not a Priority says PNoy

House of Representatives pushing for Divorce Bill – President and Church both saying no ... Full story

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This writer is a passionate lover of the printed word who opted to trade in her suits and the perks of a corporate job for more quality family time. Now a freelance writer, financial services professional and a work-at-home-mom, this writer continues to strive to live life to the fullest, taking each day at a time, riding the highs and the lows with the people she loves most.