TUESDAY: 30 November 2010

I. Roll Call – 195 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 38 dated Nov. 24, 2010

III. Reference of Business/Additional Reference of Business

IV. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Rep. Raymund Palatino of Kabataan Party List spoke about SUC budget cuts.

He was interpellated by Reps. Padilla, Gunigundo, Garin and Fua.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Rep. Lorenzo Tanada of the Fourth District of Quezon spoke about human trafficking.

He was interpellated by Reps. Bello and Sarmiento (M.)

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

V. Adoption of Resolution

HR00674 – Acknowledgement and Congratulations to the Mahaveer Philippines Foundation, Inc. on its Silver Jubilee – Res. # 50

VI. Change of Referral of Certain Measures

VII. Election of Members to Various Committees

VIII. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 6:44 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 01, 2010

WEDNESDAY: 24 November 2010

I. Roll Call – 204 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 37 dated 23 Nov. 2010

III. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Rep. Luzviminda Ilagan of the Gabriela Partylist spoke about the acts of rape and violence against women.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Rep. Ben P. Evardone of the Lone District of Eastern Samar spoke about the number coding scheme on buses.

He was interpellated by Reps. Escudero, Tinga and Farinas.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

IV. Approval on Second Reading – 5

NATIONAL - 2

1. HB03543 – Longer Period for the Rectification of Simulated Births

2. HB03546 – Rights of Students to Enroll in Review Centers of their Choice

LOCAL – 3

1. HB01863 – Rationalizing the Board of Regents of the Partido State University

2. HB02697 – Changing the Name of Lazi National Agricultural School to Lazi Technical Institute

3. HB03692 – Reapportioning the Lone Legislative District and Sangguniang Panlungsod Seats of the City of Bacolod

V. Approval on Third Reading – 5

National – 2

1. HB00417 - Giving Offenders the Fullest Benefit of Preventive Imprisonment

2. HB00600 - Adjusting the Rate of Subsidiary Imprisonment to One Day for an Amount Equivalent to the Daily Minimum Wage Of A Laborer in the National Capitol Region

Local – 3

1. HB00537 - Declaring September 5 of Every Year A Special Nonworking Public Holiday in the City of Naga

2. HB00625 - Reapportionment of the Province Of Maguindanao into Three (3) Legislative Districts
3. HB03496 - Declaring March 26 of Every Year as a Special Nonworking Public Holiday In the Province of Cebu

VI. Change of Referral of Several Measures

VII. Adoption of Resolutions -2

1. HR00157 – Expressing the Sincerest Gratitude of the House to U.S. President Obama for the Release of $67M as Additional Fund for the Filipino World War II Veteran’s Lump Sum Claims. – Res. No. 48

2. HR00584 – Condolence on the Demise of Former Representative Leonardo Guerrero of the First District of Cavite – Res. No. 49

VIII. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 5:55 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, 30 November 2010

TUESDAY: 23 November 2010

I. Roll Call – 214 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 36 dated Nov. 22, 2010

III. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Rep. Linabelle Ruth Villarica of the Fourth District of Bulacan spoke about gender inequality.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Rep. Jose R. Ping-ay of the COOP-NATCCO Partylist spoke about the plight of electric cooperatives in Northern Luzon whose operations were battered by typhoon Juan.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

3. Rep. Angelo B. Palmones of Agham Partylist spoke about the death of the nation’s foremost botanist, Dr. Leonardo Co.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

IV. Election of Members to Various Committees

V. Omnibus Adoption of Resolutions for Referral to Various Committees. -33

Res. Nos. 433, 434, 436, 440, 441, 442, 443, 444, 445, 446, 447, 448, 449, 451, 452, 453, 454, 461, 462, 463, 464, 465, 466, 467, 468, 469, 471, 472, 474, 476, 477, 478, 479

VI. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 5:35 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, 24 November 2010.

MONDAY: 22 November 2010

I. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 35 dated Nov. 16, 2010

II. Reference of Business

III. Awarding of Res.  Nos. 607 and 625 to Representative Manny Pacquiao.

V. Personal and Collective Privilege

Rep. Emmanuel D. Pacquiao of the Lone District of Sarangani spoke about his fight with Antonio Margarito and dedicated his victory to the Filipino people.

IV. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 4:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 23, 2010.

WEDNESDAY: 17 November 2010

I. Roll Call -187 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 34 dated Nov. 15, 2010

III. Reference of Business

IV. Approval on Second Reading

1. HB03474 – Reapportioning the Lone District of the City of Iloilo

2. HB00540 – Declaring July 7 as a Special Nonworking Holiday in the City of Carcar

V. Adopted Resolutions

1. HR00450 - Commending The 18-Person Team To The First Association Of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Indigenous Tribal Games In Malaysia Last September 16 To 18, 2010 For Winning Medals In The Said Event – Res. # 46

2. HR00475 – Congratulating Gawad Kalinga on It’s Seventh Year Anniversary – Res. # 47

VI. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 5:47 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 22, 

TUESDAY: 15 November 2010

I. Roll Call – 178 Members responded to the call

II. Reference of Business

III. Oath-Taking of New Members

1. Hon. Mohammad Hussein Pangandaman – 1^st District, Lanao del Sur

2. Hon. Ma. Victoria Sy-Alvarado – 1^st District, Bulacan

IV. Adopted Resolutions

1. HR00607 – Commending Hon. Emmanuel D. Pacquiao for Winning the WBC Super Welterweight Title – Res. # 44

   * HR Nos. 608, 609, 610, 611, 612, 613, 617, 618, 619, 620, 621, 622, 623, 624, 625, 626, 628 and 629 were consolidated with HR No. 607

2. HR00625 – Conferring the Congressional Medal of Distinction to Rep. Manny Pacquiao for Becoming the First Professional Boxer in History to Capture Eight World Titles – Res. # 45

V. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Hon. Roger G. Mercado of the Lone District of Southern Leyte spoke about pollution in Metro Manila.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Rene Relampagos of the First District of Bohol spoke about the flight of GSIS pensioners.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

3. Hon. Arlene J. Bag-ao of Akbayan Partylist spoke about the Supreme Court’s decision to absolve Justice del Castillo in plagiarism case.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

4. Hon. Walden F. Bello of Akbayan Partylist spoke about the deportation of Filipinos from South Korea.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

5. Hon. Susan A. Yap of the Second District of Tarlac spoke about violence against women.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

6. Hon. Pedro B. Acharon of the First District of South Cotabato spoke about the fishing industry.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

7. Hon. Arthur C. Yap of the Third District of Bohol commended and congratulated Hon. Manny Pacquiao.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

VI. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 33 dated 10 Nov. 2010

VII. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 17, 2010.

WEDNESDAY: 10 November 2010

I. Reference of Business

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 31 dated Nov. 09, 2010

III. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Rep. Rafael V. Mariano of the Anakpawis Partylist spoke about the US-Phils. Joint Military Forces Exercises (BALIKATAN) to be held in Hacienda Luisita.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Rep. Erico B. Aumentado of the Second District of Bohol spoke about the damage of the Aug. 23 hostage-taking incident in the tourism industry.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

IV. Approval on Second Reading – 3

1. HB03496 – Special Nonworking Public Holiday in Cebu

2. HB03498 – Charter Day of Tandag City

3. HB00537 – Charter Day of the City of Naga

V. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 5:36 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday, November16, 2010

TUESDAY: 09 November 2010

I. Roll Call – 196 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 31 dated Nov. 08, 2010, as amended

III. Reference of Business

IV. Approval on Second Reading – (4)

National (3)

1. HB00600 - Adjusting The Rate Of Subsidiary Imprisonment To One Day For An Amount Equivalent To The Daily Minimum Wage Of A Laborer In The National Capitol Region

2. HB03497 - Authorizing the Court to Require Community Service In Lieu Of Imprisonment for the Penalty of Arresto Menor

3. HB00417 - Giving Offenders the Fullest Benefit of Preventive Imprisonment

Local (1)

HB00625 – Reapportionment of the Province of Maguindanao into Three (3) Legislative Districts

V. Adopted Resolutions

1. HR00121 - Resolution Appealing To His Excellency, President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino Iii, To Direct The Return Of The National Commission On Indigenous Peoples (Ncip) As An Independent Agency Under The Office Of The President – Res. # 42

2. HR00534 - Urging The Honorable Secretary Of The Department Of Interior And Local Government (DILG) And The Honorable Chairman Of The Housing & Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC) To Direct All Local Chief Executives And Local Development Councils To Immediately Complete The Comprehensive Land Use Plan Of Their Respective Local Government Units Or, Where One Already Exists – Res. # 43

VI. Unfinished Business

HB03469 - Requiring All Registered Voters Whose Biometrics Have Not Been Captured To Appear Before The Election Officer Of Their Place Of Registration For Purposes Of Having Their Photographs, Fingerprints And Signatures Captured Through The Method Of Biometrics

Period of Sponsorship and debate closed.

Period of Amendments opened.

Deliberations suspended.

VII. Change of Referral of Certain Measures

VIII. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 5:39 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 10, 2010

MONDAY: 08 November 2010

I. Roll Call – 193 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 30 dated Oct. 4-8, 11-16, 2010

III. Reference of Business

IV. Approval on Third Reading

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

V. Privilege Hour

Rep. Fatima Aliah Q. Dimaporo of the Second District of Lanao del Norte spoke on the incident involving her and Sec. Deles during the deliberation on the budget of OPAPP (Office of the Presidential Adviser for Peace Process).

The Speech of Rep. Augusuto L. Syjuco, Jr. of the Second District of Iloilo regarding TESDA budget was inserted into the Records.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

VI. Election of Additional Members to Various Committees

VII. Adopted Resolution

HR00580 – Condolence on the Demise of Araceli M. Romualdo, Wife of Rep. Pedro Romualdo of the Lone District of Camiguin – Res. # 41

VIII. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 6:38 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, 09 November 2010

FRIDAY: 15 October 2010

I. Approval on Second Reading

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

The deliberations on the budget of the following Department/Agencies/Corporations/Others were terminated:

·         Department of Labor and Employment Including Attached Agencies

·         General Principles and Provisions

·         Professional Regulation Commission

·         Philippine Sports Commission

·         Department of Justice, including attached Agencies

·         Department Of Budget and Management

·         Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

·         Department of Social Welfare and Development, including Attached Agencies

·         Office of Presidential Adviser for Peace Process

Lump Sum Funds terminated.

Turno En Contra terminated.

Period of Amendments terminated.

Approval on Second Reading of HB03101.

II. Additional Reference of Business

III. Adoption of Resolution

HR00553 - Congratulating the Jesus Is Lord Movement (JIL), Under the Leadership of Bro. Eddie C. Villanueva, on the Celebration of its 32nd Anniversary on October 29, 2010 – Res. # 40

IV. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 3:13 a.m., October. 16, 2010 until 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 08, 2010.

THURSDAY: 15 October 2010

I. Additional Reference of Business

II. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

The deliberations on the budget of the following Department/Agencies/Corporations/Others were terminated:

·         National Economic and Development Authority, including Attached Agencies/Corporation

·         Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council

·         Department of Transportation and Communications including Attached Agencies/Corporations

·         Department of Education, including Attached Agencies

·         Department of Interior and Local Government

·         Cultural Center of the Philippines

The deliberations on HB03101 were suspended.

III. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 10:28 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Friday, 15 October 2010.

WEDNESDAY: 13 October 2010

I. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Hon. Mel Senen S. Sarmiento of the First District of Western Samar spoke about Disaster Risk Reduction Management.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Leopoldo N. Bataoil of the Second District of Pangasinan spoke about providing compensation for the children of civilian victims of crossfire.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

II. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

The deliberations on the budget of the following Departments/Agencies/Corporations/Others were terminated:

·         Office of the Vice President

·         Presidential Legislative Liaison Office

·         Presidential Management Staff

·         Congress of the Philippines

·         Office of the President

·         The Judiciary

·         Office of the Ombudsman

·         Commission on Elections

·         Office  of the Ombudsman

·         Department of Public Works and Highways

The deliberation on the budget of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, including Attached Agencies was terminated.

The deliberations on HB03101 were suspended.

III. Suspension of session

The session was suspended at 11:05 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Thursday, 14 October 2010.

TUESDAY: 12 October 2010

I. Additional Reference of Business

II. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

The deliberations on the budget of the following Departments/Agencies/Corporations/Others were terminated:

·         Department of Foreign Affairs, including Attached Agencies

·         Commission on Filipinos Overseas

·         Autonomous Regional Government in Muslim Mindanao

·         Mindanao Development Authority

·         Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan

·         Cagayan Economic Zone Authority

·         Southern Philippines Development Authority

·         Zamboanga City Special Economic Zone Authority

·         National Commission on Muslim Filipinos

·         National Climate Change Commission

·         National Council on Disability Affairs

·         Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor

·         National Anti-Poverty Commission

The deliberation on the budget of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, including Attached Agencies was suspended.

The deliberations on HB03101 was suspended.

III. Awarding of Res. No. 38 (HR00498) to the Family of the Late Hon. Romeo R. Salalima, Former Representative of the Third District of Albay During the Tenth Congress.

IV. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 12:01 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2010.

MONDAY: 11 October 2010

I. Additional Reference of Business

II. Privilege Hour

Hon. Aurora Enerio-Cerilles of the Second District of Zamboanga del Sur spoke about children’s welfare.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

III. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

The deliberations on the budget of the following Department/Agencies/Corporations/Others were terminated:

·         National Commission for Culture and the Arts

·         National Commission for Culture and the Arts (Proper)

·         National Historical Commission of the Philippines

·         The National Library of the Philippines

·         National Archives of the Philippines

·         Philippine Commission on Women

·         Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council

·         Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board

·         National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation

·         Home Guaranty Corporation

·         Department of Tourism, including Attached Agencies/Corporations

·         Department of Agriculture, including Attached Agencies/Corporations

IV. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 6:49 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 12, 2010.

FRIDAY: 08 October 2010

I. Additional Reference of Business

II. Personal and Collective Privilege

Hon. Nelson P. Collantes of the Third District of Batangas spoke about the TRO on the opening of the SLEX-STAR Expressway.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

III. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act

The deliberations on the budget of the following Department/Agencies/Corporations/Others were terminated:

·         Department of Trade and Industry, including Attached Agencies/Corporations

·         Games and Amusements Board

·         National Youth Commission

·         Philippine Racing Commission

·         Anti-Money Laundering Council

·         Securities and Exchange Commission

·         Dangerous Drugs Board

·         Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency

·         Department of Energy, including Attached Agencies/Corporations

·         Department of Health, including Attached Agencies/Corporations

·         Department of Environment and Natural Resources, including Attached Agencies/Corporations

IV. Election of Additional Members to Various Committees

V. Omnibus Motion to Approve Reports on Inquiry – 21

HR Nos. 394, 395, 399, 401, 402, 403, 407, 408, 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425

VI. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 10:56 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 11, 2010

THURSDAY: 07 October 2010

I. Reference of Business/Additional Reference of Business

II. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act

The deliberations on the budget of the following were terminated:

·         Energy Regulatory Commission

·         Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission

·         Department of Science and Technology and Its Attached Agencies

·         Metro Manila Development Authority

·         Department of National Defense, including Attached Agencies

·         National Intelligence Coordinating Agency

·         National Security Council

·         Department of Agrarian Reform

III. Oath-Taking of New Member

Hon. Pastor M. Alcover, Jr – ANAD Party-list

IV. Adopted Resolution

HR00506 – Condolence on the Demise of Former Supreme Court Associate Justice Abraham F. Sarmiento – Res. # 39

V. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 10:41 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Friday, 08 October 2010.

WEDNESDAY: 06 October 2010

I. Reference of Business

II. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

Departments/Agencies/Corporations/Others

The deliberations on the budget of the following were terminated:

·         Bureau of Customs

·         Bureau of Internal Revenue

·         Commission on Filipino language

·         Film Development Council of the Philippines

·         Movie and Television Review and Classification Board

·         Optical Media Board

·         Development Academy of the Philippines

·         Presidential Communications Operations Office, including Attached Agencies/Corporation

The budget deliberation on Cultural Center of the Philippines was suspended.

III. Personal and Collective Privilege

Hon. Pablo P Garcia of the Second District of Cebu spoke about the speech delivered by Hon. Roger Mercado during the budget deliberations.

IV. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 7:39 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Thursday, 07 October 2010

TUESDAY: 05 October 2010

I. Reference of Business

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 29 dated 29 September 2010

III. Privilege Hour

Privilege Speeches of Hon. Augusto L. Syjuco of the Second District of Iloilo and Hon. Dante Antonio L. Tinio of Act Teachers Party-list were inserted into the Records of the House.

IV. Unfinished Business

HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011

A. Continuation of the Debate on General Principles and Provisions

Sponsored by Hon. Abaya

Interpellations by Hons. Padilla, Casino, Aumentado, Aggabao, Dimaporo (A.), Loong, Gonzales (A.)  and Mercado (R.)

Debate was suspended.

B. Department/Agencies/Corporations/Others

The budget for the following was terminated:

1. Civil Service Commission

2. Commission on Human Rights

3. Commission on Audit

4. Department of Finance, including Attached Agencies except Bureau of Customs and Bureau of Internal Revenue

5. State Universities and Colleges

6. Commission on Higher Education

V. Adoption of Resolutions – 2

1.HR00490 - Condolence of the House Of Representatives on the Demise of the Honorable Augusto G. Ortiz, Former Member of the Batasang Pambansa Representing the Bicol Region (Region V) – Res. # 37

2. HR00498 -Condolence of the House Of Representatives on the Demise of the Honorable Romeo R. Salalima, Former Representative of the Third District of Albay During the Tenth Congress – Res. # 38

VI. Suspension of Session

The session was suspended at 10:29 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, 06 October 2010

MONDAY: 04 October 2010

I. Reference of Business
II. Roll Call – 196 Members responded to the Call
III. Calendar of Business for the Day
HB03101 – General Appropriations Act of 2011
The bill was sponsored by Hons. Abaya and Andaya.
Hon. Abaya was interpellated by Hons. Lagman, Rodriguez (R.), and Cagas
IV. Approval on Third Reading – (5)
A. National
1. HB00465 – Strengthening the Rules on the Proper Use and Display of Our National Symbols and the Rendition of the National Anthem
2. HB02307 – Granting Philippine Citizenship to Marcus Eugene Douthit
B. Local
1. HB00080 – Justice Emilio Angeles Gancayco Memorial High School
2. HB01829 – Roberta de Jesus Elementary School
3. HB03000 – Gusa Regional Science High School
V. Suspension of Session
The session was suspended at 6:05 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 05, 2010.

WEDNESDAY: 29 September 2010

I. Roll Call – 210 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 28 dated 28 September 2010

III. Reference of Business

IV. Privilege Hour

1. Hon. Emmeline Y. Aglipay of DIWA Party-list spoke about the security of tenure of employees.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Emil L. Ong of the Second District of Northern Samar spoke about the unfair distribution of the national budget primarily towards the Department of Agriculture.

He was interpellated by Hons. Mariano, Escudero, Apostol, Paez and Rodriguez (R.)

Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

3. Hon. Jose R. Ping-ay of COOP-NATCCO Party-list spoke about farmers’ cooperatives.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

V. Election of Additional Members to Various Committees

VI. Adoption of Resolutions – 6

1. HR00418 - Commending Gina Lopez Of The Abs-Cbn Foundation For Her Continuing Efforts And Unwavering Dedication To Restore The Pasig River – Res. # 31

2. HR00426 -Commending The Members Of The Philippine Military Academy Magilas Class Of 1976 For Their Unprecedented Gallant Gesture Of Retiring Early To Allow The Next Leaders To Take Over The Helm Of The Philippine National Police – Res. # 32

3. HR00427 -Commending Retired Chief Of Staff Of The Armed Forces Of The Philippines (CSAFP) General Alexander B. Yano For His Enduring Service To The Public – Res. # 33

4. HR00428 -Commending Retired Chief Of Staff Of The Armed Forces Of The Philippines (CSAFP) General Victor S. Ibrado For His Enduring Service To The Public – Res. # 34

5. HR00429 -Expressing Congratulations And Commending The Philippine Davis Cup Team Retaining In Group I Of The Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Zone After Prevailing Over South Korea On September 19, 2010 – Res. # 35

6.HR00480 -Expressing The Profound Condolence Of The House Of Representatives On The Demise Of The Honorable Rodolfo Fulleros Gonzales, Member Of The Eleventh Congress, Representing The Second District Of The Province Of Sorsogon – Res. # 36

VII. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 7:37 p.m. until 10:00 a.m., Monday, 4 October 2010