00:00 The House of Representatives is going on its mandated Lenten break, but not before it took care of important business today, such as the two bills high on its to-do list.
00:09 Armelio Las Moras dwells on the RBH-7 and SMI franchise revocation bills, passing House muster today, plus more in this report.
00:18 Resolution on both Houses, number 7, is hereby approved on third and final reading.
00:27 With a vote of 288 in favor, 8 against, and 2 abstentions, the House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading the resolution of both Houses, number 7, containing the proposed amendments to the Constitution's restrictive economic provisions.
00:46 During his speech, House Speaker Martin Lumualdez highlighted that once enacted, the economic charter change will surely sustain the country's economic growth, create more jobs and income-generating opportunities, and in general, make life better for Filipinos.
01:02 The proposed insertion of, unless otherwise provided by law, into these provisions is a clear testament to our readiness to adapt to the dynamic global economy. This is more than just an economic imperative, it is a clarion call to action that resonates with the aspirations of the Filipino for a more prosperous and secure future.
01:28 Apart from RBH-7, the lower House before its Holy Week break also approved on third and final reading House Bill number 9710, seeking to revoke the legislative franchise granted to Suara Sugnidja Corporation, operating as Sunshine Media Network International, or SMNI.
01:45 Several lawmakers said, after months of hearings, the TV network has been proven to have committed several violations which warrants this latest pronouncement and decision.
01:55 This unequivocally affirms that the special privilege of holding a legislative franchise constitutes a right and duty to be performed by the grantee and is contingent upon the fulfillment of legal ethical obligations to our nation.
02:11 We are fulfilling the mandate given to us by the Constitution and the people. There is no personnel here, just work.
02:21 Overall, Speaker Romuales declared the House of Representatives has accomplished its task of helping President Ferdinand R. Marquez, Jr. and Filipinos in general, and before the adjournment, they can say they did their best.
02:33 On the part of the House of Representatives, an awe-inspiring 100% mark. All of these measures have been approved on third and final reading, again, three months ahead of schedule.
02:47 Ladies and gentlemen, we have done our homework. Our accomplishments reflect our proactive stance in catering to the needs of the people by passing these much-needed legislation.
03:04 Melales Moras from the National TV Network, for a new and better Republic.
03:09 Blake.
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