- Initiated the Malasakit Centers in 2018 by sponsoring its legislation to provide medical relief amid rising inflation. These centers coordinate aid from PhilHealth, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, the Department of Health and the Department of Social Welfare and Development.
- Co-authored Senate Bill No. 2534 seeking to increase the daily minimum wage by P100.
- Authored several bills seeking to promote rural industries, one of which has become law – the Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development Financing Enhancement Act of 2022.
POVERTY, JOBS AND INFLATION
Initiated the Malasakit Centers in 2018 by sponsoring its legislation to provide medical relief amid rising inflation. These centers coordinate aid from PhilHealth, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, the Department of Health and the Department of Social Welfare and Development. Co-authored Senate Bill No. 2534 seeking to increase the daily minimum wage by P100. Authored
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Feb 5, 2025
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