Young Guns| House of Representatives

YES! Happy Birthday sa aming kaibigan, Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega! Mapalad ang 1st District ng La Union sa kanilang kinatawan sa Kongreso — masipag, magaling at matalino. More #PAOwer sayo! #younggunsph #20thCongress #BagongPilipinas

DEPUTY Speaker Paolo Ortega V of La Union said the latest survey on the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Z. Duterte sends a clear and uncomfortable message for her camp: Filipinos want evidence, accountability, and the truth — not noise, not excuses, and not political theater. Ortega, endorser of the 4th impeachment complaint, issued the statement after the release of the latest WR Numero Philippine Public Opinion Monitor survey showing that when asked what should be the main basis of congressmen in voting on the impeachment of Duterte, 42 percent said lawmakers should consider the opinion of the Filipino people, while 29 percent said the vote should be based on the strength or weakness of the evidence. #younggunsph #20thCongress #BagongPilipinas

Congressman Zia Alonto Adiong, head of the House of Representatives contingent to the Philippine Congress–Bangsamoro Parliament Forum (PCBPF) and Co-Chairperson of the Forum from the 1st District of Lanao del Sur, delivered welcome remarks emphasizing unity, peaceful cooperation, and shared commitment to development during the Forum’s 4th meeting held on March 24, 2026. In his opening statement, Cong. Alonto Adiong invoked divine guidance and acknowledged the presence of key leaders, including Co-Chair Senator Loren Legarda, Co-Chair BARMM Deputy Speaker Sha Elijah Dumama-Alba, Senior Deputy Speaker Ferdinand Hernandez, Sec. Carlito Galvez Jr., and other senior officials from the Office of the Special Assistant to the President, Department of Budget and Management, Presidential Legislative Liaison Office, and EDCOM II. He welcomed the gathering at a critical time marked by global geopolitical pressures affecting Filipinos at home and abroad. “We gather today at a critical moment, the Philippines and the wider world face growing geopolitical pressures that test our resolve and our solidarity,” Cong. Alonto Adiong stated. He underscored the Forum’s significance as “a living symbol of what we have achieved together through courage, communication, and trust,” rooted in the Bangsamoro Organic Law and the pursuit of just and lasting peace in Mindanao. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

“Ang Linggo ng Palaspas ay isang paggunita sa pagpasok ni Hesus sa Jerusalem habang nagwawagayway ang mga tao ng palaspas at sumisigaw ng ‘Hosanna!’ Ito ang simula ng Semana Santa, na nagpapaalala sa atin ng Kanyang pagpapakumbaba at pag-ibig" #younggunsph #bagongPilipinas #PalmSunday

House Young Guns in Action! #younggunsph #20thCongress #BagongPilipinas

House Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander “Sandro” A. Marcos of Ilocos Norte is pushing for the passage of a measure that would require higher education institutions to provide free academic records to fresh graduates and adopt digital systems to streamline their release. House Bill (HB) No. 8701, or the Academic and Labor Pathways Assistance for Students (ALPAS) Act, targets fresh graduates, defined as those within 12 months from graduation, and aims to remove financial and administrative barriers they face when applying for jobs. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Congressman Zia Alonto Adiong his expressed deep gratitude to His Excellency, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., for his decisive leadership in pushing forward the rehabilitation of Marawi City. During the recent Economy and Development (ED) Council meeting, President Marcos directed the accelerated implementation of the Reconstruction and Development Plan for a Greater Marawi (RDPGM) Stage 2. This phase prioritizes the restoration of critical transport infrastructure, energy and water systems, and the rebuilding of livable communities in the city still recovering from the 2017 siege. The plan covers the rehabilitation and construction of 26.59 kilometers of roads, bridges, drainage systems, and slope protection works under the Bangon Marawi Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Recovery Program (BMCRRP). #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Narito po ang naka-schedule na pagdinig ng House Committee on Justice para sa impeachment complaints laban kay Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte. Ang mga pagdinig na ito ay bahagi ng aming mandato bilang mga miyembro ng House of Representatives — ang mag-imbestiga at mag-initiate ng impeachment proceedings laban sa mga opisyal na maaaring mapatunayang may impeachable offenses. Mapapanuod po ito ng live sa official Facebook at YouTube pages ng House of Representatives pati na rin sa Congress TV. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Maligayang Eid al-Fitr! Nawa'y magdala ang araw na ito ng labis na kagalakan, kapayapaan, mabuting kalusugan, at maraming biyaya sa iyo at sa iyong mga mahal sa buhay pagkatapos ng banal na buwan ng Ramadan. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V: Deputy Speaker Ortega: Violence Against Women in Politics an Attack on Democracy – Defending Women Leaders Is Every Filipino’s Fight Deputy Speaker Francisco Paolo P. Ortega V joined legislators across party lines in endorsing the Prevention of Violence Against Women in Politics Act — a bill declaring that the battle to protect women from discrimination and violence in the political sphere transcends every divide and belongs to the entire nation. “Nandito kami para sumuporta sa bill na ito, walang kulay, walang paksyon kundi tunay na layunin upang tuldukan na ang pangmamaliit at pambabastos sa mga kababaihan at mga kababaihan sa gobyerno,” the Deputy Speaker said. Deputy Speaker Ortega stressed that this is not solely a women’s issue, nor is it confined to any single political camp. “When a woman is attacked, threatened, shamed, or driven out of politics because of her gender, it is not just her voice that is silenced—it is our democracy that is weakened,” he said. “Every Filipino has a stake in making politics safe and inclusive. Ending VAWP opens the door for fresh, independent, non-dynastic leaders, reduces the grip of systemic corruption, and accelerates national progress through the full and fearless participation of women in governance.” He called on Congress, all political parties, digital platforms, civil society organizations, and ordinary citizens to stand united behind the bill. “This is not about left or right, administration or opposition. This is about right and wrong. Protecting women in politics protects the future of our country—and that is everyone’s responsibility.” Deputy Speaker Ortega would like to thank the people behind this bill, including Mrs. Mika Ortega, Maya Tamayo co-founder and Co-executive director of Bayi inc, Bayi, Inc., LakasBayi Feminist Leadership Network, the Office of Cong. Leila de Lima, the Center for Liberalism and Democracy (CLD), COMELEC Gender and Development Office, Hiraya, Human Rights and People Empowerment Center (HRPEC), the Office of Cong. Ann Matibag, Pantay, the Senate Economic Planning Office (SEPO), and the UP Center for Women and Gender Studies (UPCWGS). He would also like to acknowledge his fellow legislators, led by Rep. Leila M. de Lima, who stood against Violence Against Women in Politics: Leila M. de Lima, Ann Matibag, Arlene "Kaka" J. Bag-ao, Bernadette S. Barbers, Julienne "Jam" L. Baronda, Midy N. Cua, Victoria Co-Pilar, Gerville "Jinky" Luistro, Janice Degamo, Rachel Margueritte B. Del Mar, Cielo Krisel B. Lagman, Janette L. Garin, Dadah Kiram Ismula, Kristine Singson-Meehan, Anna Veloso-Tuazon, Baby Aline Vargas-Alfonso, Linabelle Ruth R. Villarica, Ysabel Anna Victoria Zamora, JC M. Abalos, Ziaur-Rahman "Zia" Alonto Adiong, Benjamin C. Agarao Jr., Adrian Michael, Javier Miguel Lopez Benitez, Percival V. Cendaña, Joel R. Chua, Niko Raul S.J. Daza, Jose Manuel "Chel" Diokno, Ernesto M. Dionisio Jr., Edgar R. Erice, Jaime R. Fresnedi, Christopher Sheen P. Gonzales, Jefferson F. Khonghun, Jernie Singson, Lordan G. Suan, Alfonzo V. Umali Jr., Terry L. Ridon, Ronald Singson, Alfonso Umali Jr., and Eduardo R. Rama Jr. The bill defines and criminalizes Violence Against Women in Politics (VAWP) and Gender-Based Political Violence (GBPV) as distinct, politically motivated offenses. It targets the full spectrum of abuse—physical attacks, sexual harassment, psychological torment, economic sabotage, institutional exclusion, symbolic degradation, and especially the rapidly evolving forms of technology-facilitated violence including gendered disinformation, deepfakes, doxxing, slut-shaming, coordinated online harassment, and brigading—that are weaponized to silence, shame, intimidate, or permanently exclude women from political life. The persistent threat of VAWP continues to deter countless capable women, particularly those from marginalized communities including young leaders, indigenous women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and solo parents, whose vulnerabilities are often compounded by intersecting forms of bias and exclusion. The proposed law treats VAWP as a serious assault on democratic participation. When committed during electoral processes, such acts are classified as election offenses punishable by one to six years of imprisonment without probation, disqualification from holding public office, and loss of the right to vote. End.

The House Committee on Justice finds the impeachment complaint endorsed by Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega and Congressman Benny Abante sufficient in form and substance. This allows the proceedings to move forward under the constitutional impeachment process; the complaint was filed by Atty. Nathaniel Cabrera. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Happy International Women’s Day! Hindi sapat ang pagbati lamang—kailangang aktibong makipaglaban laban sa diskriminasyon, karahasan, at anumang hadlang sa gender equality. Kami ay handang makinig, magsulong ng makatarungang batas, at maging bahagi ng solusyon para sa mas inklusibo at makatarungang lipunan. Kami po ay tumitindig kami bilang kaalyado ng mga kababaihan sa laban sa karapatan at kapantay na pagkakataon. Mabuhay ang bawat Pilipina at kababaihan sa buong mundo! #younngunsph #bagongpilinas #20thCongress

Happy Birthday, Majority Leader Sandro Marcos! You've already broken barriers as one of the youngest to lead as House Majority Leader—guiding the chamber with poise, intelligence, and a genuine commitment to progress under the Bagong Pilipinas banner. Your energy, fresh ideas, and steady hand continue to motivate not just your fellow representatives but the entire next generation of public servants.May this new chapter bring you even greater strength, wisdom, good health, and countless victories for the Filipino people. Here's to more milestones, stronger alliances, and a brighter future that we build together. Maligayang kaarawan, Majo Sandro!

The House Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms of the consolidated Anti-Political Dynasty bill anchored on a second-degree prohibition, calling it a decisive step toward enforcing a long-standing constitutional mandate. The committee, chaired by Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong, adopted House Bill No. 6671, principally authored by Speaker Dy and House Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander “Sandro” A. Marcos, as the working draft of the consolidated measure. The approved version bars political dynasties within the second degree of consanguinity or affinity, effectively prohibiting arrangements such as mayor-and-vice mayor spouses, siblings serving simultaneously as senators, and a father serving as governor while a child serves as a provincial board member in the same province. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

2 impeachment raps vs VP Sara pass first House test The House Committee on Justice on Monday declared the two remaining impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte sufficient in form, allowing the proceedings to move forward after it set aside the first complaint for violating the Constitution’s one-year bar on initiating impeachment proceedings against the same official and approved the withdrawal of the second complaint. The panel, chaired by Atty. Gerville “Jinky Bitrics” Luistro of Batangas, adopted two separate motions declaring the third and fourth impeachment complaints against the Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte sufficient in form. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Narito ang Articles of Impeachment mula sa impeachment complaint na isinampa ni Atty. Nathaniel Cabrera laban kay Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte. Ang reklamo na ito ay inendorso nina Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V at Congressman Bienvenido "Benny" Abante Jr. Magsisimula na ang initial deliberations/hearing ng House Committee on Justice bukas, March 2, 2026 (Lunes), alas-10:00 ng umaga. Ito ay magpapatuloy hanggang March 3 at 4. Mapapanood ito live sa mga official Facebook at YouTube pages ng House of Representatives, pati na rin sa Congress TV. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Congressman Zia Alonto Adiong, Chairperson of the House Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms and Representative of the 1st District of Lanao del Sur, led the second public consultation on anti-political dynasty legislation, in UP Cebu Performing Arts Hall today. The event focused on the 24 proposed measures aimed at defining and implementing the constitutional ban on political dynasties as outlined in Article II, Section 26 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution. In his welcome remarks, Congressman Alonto Adiong urged active participation of the people present in the event, declaring, "Today, we are here to listen. You have the opportunity to help craft a key part of the rules that govern who may seek public office and under what conditions. The future is not something you wait for. It is something we build. If today’s Philippines is in loving hands then let us express that love through responsible participation, thoughtful debate, and principled engagement. Love of country requires action. This is your opportunity to speak. It is our duty, as your representatives, to listen." Expressing gratitude, Congressman Alonto Adiong thanked Speaker Faustino “Bodjie” Dy III for his leadership and commitment to amplifying public voices on this critical measure. He also conveyed sincere appreciation to UP President Angelo “Jijil” Jimenez, UP Cebu Chancellor Atty. Leo B. Malagar, and the entire UP Cebu Administration for graciously hosting the public consultation. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V of La Union said “serious and disturbing” allegations of unexplained wealth and omissions in Vice President Sara Duterte’s Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALNs) compelled him to endorse the fourth impeachment complaint against her. The complaint, filed by lawyer Nathaniel Cabrera, places the Vice President’s alleged undisclosed assets and wealth disproportionate to lawful income at the center of the case and calls for a forensic review of bank records and property transactions. “This is about constitutional accountability — the SALN is mandatory and must be complete and truthful, and any undeclared asset or unexplained wealth is a grave issue,” Ortega said on the impeachment complaint that he endorsed together with House Committee on Human Rights Chairman Bienvenido “Benny” Abante Jr. of Manila. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress

Ramadan Mubarak! Nawa'y punuin ng kapayapaan, pagpapala, at mas malalim na pananampalataya ang banal na buwan na ito para sa iyo at sa iyong pamilya. Sana'y maging panahon ito ng pagmumuni-muni, pagkakaisa sa pamilya, at pagiging malapit sa Maykapal. Maligayang pagbati sa buwan ng Ramadan!

Weekly Recap| February 9-11, 2026 Last week House Young Guns as leaders of the House of Representatives were active in the important committee hearings and plenary sessions last week. The House Committee on Transportation conducted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the sinking of M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 off the waters of Basilan on January 26, 2026. The House Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms held its first public consultation in Carmona, Cavite. The House Committee on North Luzon Growth Quadrangle received a briefing from the Department of Education and the National Irrigation Administration on their respective priority plans, programs, and activities for Fiscal Year 2026 in Regions I and II as well as the Cordillera Administrative Region. The House Committee on Ways and Means launched an inquiry into large-scale tobacco smuggling, with the goal of protecting public health and safeguarding government revenues. In plenary, the House adopted House Resolution 758 honoring former Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. and expressing profound condolences to his family. The House also approved a bill setting the first Monday of August as National Line Workers Appreciation Day and passed a measure declaring April as Philippine Veterans Month among the other legislative measures of local and national importance. #younggunsph #bagongpilipinas #20thCongress