Marcos Calls Special Session to Fast-Track Social, Reform Bills - BusinessWorld Online
The proclamation seeks swift action on eight priority measures and pending nominations as a Senate leadership row stalls legislative work.
- President Ferdinand Marcos called Congress to a special session on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, to fast-track social protection measures and confirm pending Cabinet, military, and foreign service appointments.
- The session follows a prolonged power struggle between the bloc of Acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian, recognized by the administration, and the faction of Alan Cayetano, which refuses to acknowledge the leadership shift.
- Proclamation 1318 prioritizes the National Center for Geriatric Health and the AICS Act among priority bills, while the Commission on Appointments will confirm key government positions during the session.
- House Deputy Speaker Janette Garin called any potential boycott 'highly irresponsible,' while Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri urged colleagues to set aside political distractions and focus on public welfare.
- The administration emphasized that the welfare of Filipinos remains the highest priority, asserting that government must continue responding to urgent national needs regardless of legislative delays.
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Marcos calls Congress to hold special session
MANILA, Philippines — Leaders of Congress welcomed President Marcos’ proclamation on Monday, calling the legislature to a special session this week to tackle urgent measures and pending appointments, which he cited in his pronouncement. Earlier on Sunday, Sen. Joel Villanueva said he would attend a special session of Congress should Marcos convene one. The attendance […]...Keep on reading: Marcos calls Congress to hold special session
Marcos calls special session to fast-track social, reform bills - BusinessWorld Online
By Erika Mae P. Sinaking, Reporter PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. called Congress to a special session starting June 17 to fast-track pending social protection and reform measures, citing urgent needs from a recent Mindanao earthquake and energy challenges. Under Proclamation No. 1318, the Senate and House of Representatives were directed to consider measures that have reached advanced stages in the legislative process. “The challenges confr…
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ABS-CBNMarcos calls for Congress special session on June 17
In line with his appeal to lawmakers to get back to work, President Marcos yesterday called Congress to a special session beginning tomorrow to allow the passage of priority bills and confirm appointments that are languishing because of the leadership row in the Senate.
Special session welcomed; Speaker Dy says House has already finished priority bills
House leaders have welcomed President Marcos's call for a special session on June 17, saying it provides an opportunity for Congress to complete key legislation on social protection, education, and healthcare.Hailing the Palace move were Speaker Isabela 6th district Rep. Faustino "Bojie" Dy III, Majority Leader Ilocos Norte 1st district Rep. Sandro Marcos, and quad-committee (quad-comm) v2.0 overall chairman Manila 6th district Rep. Bienvenido "…
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