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

TUESDAY: 28 September 2010

I. Roll Call – 220 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 27 dated 27 September 2010
III. Reference of Business
IV. Personal and Collective Privilege
1. Hon. Bernadette R. Herrera-Dy of Bagong Henerasyon Party-list spoke about the exorbitant water rates.
Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.
2. Hon. Tobias Reynald M. Tiangco of the Lone District of Navotas spoke about the alleged “jueteng” in Navotas.
His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.
V. Privilege Hour
1. Hon. Raymond DC Mendoza of TUCP Party-list spoke about the murder of OFW Romelyn Eroy-Ibañez in Saudi Arabia.
His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.
2. Hon. Walden F. Bello of Akbayan Party-list spoke about eradicating poverty and Millennium Development Goals.
He interpellated by Hons. Climaco and Escudero III.
Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.
3. Hon. Mel Senen S. Mendoza spoke about water pollution.
His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.
4. Hon. Jose R. Ping-ay of COOP-NATCO Party-list spoke about electric cooperatives.
He was interpellated by Hon. Paez.
Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.
VI. Omnibus Motion to Approve Reports on Inquiry – 5
HR Nos. 387, 388, 389, 392, 393
VII. Approval on Second Reading – 3
1. HB02088 - Granting Philippine Citizenship to Gulshan Bedi
2. HB02683 – Granting Philippine Citizenship to Xiaojing Zheng
3. HB02307 – Granting Philippine Citizenship to Marcus Eugene Douthit
VIII. Adjournment of Session
The session was adjourned at 7:28 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 29, 2010

MONDAY: 27 September 2010

I. Roll Call – 213 Members responded to the Call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 26 dated 22 September 2010

III. Reference of Business/Additional Reference of Business

IV. Oath-Taking of New Members

1. Rep. Mariano U. Piamonte, Jr. – A-Teacher Party-list

2. Rep. Julieta R. Cortuna – A-Teacher Party-list

3. Rep. Sharon S. Garin – AAMBIS-OWA Party-list

V. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Hon. Reynaldo V. Umali of the Second District of Oriental Mindoro spoke about the sole and exclusive jurisdiction of the House of Representatives over the power of impeachment under the constitution.

He was interpellated by Hons. Biazon, Rodriguez (R.), Apostol, Garcia (P.) and Dy.

Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Bernardo M. Vergara of the Lone District of Baguio City spoke about jueteng controversy in Baguio City.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

VI. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 8:47 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, 28 September 2010

WEDNESDAY: 22 September 2010

I. Roll Call – 202 Members responded to the call

II. Reference of Business

III. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 25 dated 21 September 2010

IV. Election/Oath-Taking of HREP Sgt.-at-Arms – Retired PNP General Narciso Radovan, Jr.

V. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Hon. Eric G. Singson, Jr. of the Second District of Ilocos Sur spoke about the future of the Overseas Filipino Workers.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Lani Mercado-Revilla of the Second District of Cavite spoke about coastal clean-up.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

VI. Omnibus Adoption of Reports on Inquiry – 9

HR Nos. 375, 376, 378, 379, 381, 382, 383, 384 and 386

VII. Change of Referral of Several Measures

VIII. Adoption of Resolutions – 2

1. HR 390 – DFA Frontline Office in Maasin, Southern Leyte – Res. #29

2. HR 391 – DFA Frontline Office in Dumaguete – Res. # 30

IX. Privilege Hour

1. Hon. Tomas V. Apacible of the First District of Batangas spoke about LEDAC and Medium-Term Philippine Development Plan (MTPDP).

He was interpellated by Hons. Loong and Rodriguez (R.).

Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

X. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 6:39 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday, 27 September 2010

TUESDAY: 21 September 2010

I. Roll Call – 214 Members responded to the call

II. Approval of the Journal of the Previous Session – Journal # 24 dated 20 September 2010

III. Reference of Business

IV. Personal and Collective Privilege

1. Hon. Pablo P. Garcia of the Second District of Cebu spoke about the disciplinary powers of the Ombudsman.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Erico B. Aumentado of the Second District of Bohol spoke about the danger to have constitutional crisis brought about by the suspension of the Supreme Court of the Ombudsman impeachment proceedings.

He was interpellated by Hon. Hons. Apostol and Fua.

Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

3. Hon. Neri J. Colmenares of the Bayan Muna Party-list spoke about his torture experience during martial law.

His speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

4. Hon. Milagros H. Magsaysay of the First District of Zambales spoke about the House of Representatives’ power to initiate impeachment proceedings.

She was interpellated by Hon. Fuentebella.

Thereafter, her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

V. Privilege Hour

1. Hon. Angelo B. Palmones of Agham Party-list spoke about the need to develop and invest in Research and Development (R&D) towards achieving national goals.

He was interpellated by Hon. Golez.

Thereafter, his speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

2. Hon. Reena G. Obillo of the Una ang Pamilya Party-list spoke about population and development.

Her speech was referred to the appropriate committee.

VI. Oath Taking of New Members

First Consumers Alliance of Rural Energy (One Care) Party-list

1. Rep. Michael Angelo C. Rivera

2. Rep. Salvador P. Cabaluna

Association of Philippine Electric Cooperative (APEC) Party-list

1. Rep. Ponciano D. Payuyo

VII. Omnibus Motion to Approve Report on Inquiry – 33

HR Nos. 313, 315, 319, 321, 324, 325, 326, 328, 331, 332, 333, 334, 338, 340, 341, 343, 346, 347, 348, 349, 352, 353, 354, 355, 360, 361, 363, 264, 368, 369, 370, 371, 372

VIII. Change of Referrals of Various Measures

IX. Adjournment of Session

The session was adjourned at 7:42 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 22, 2010