Senator Bong Go raises concerns about delayed assistance to crisis-stricken individuals as the Department of Social Welfare and Development's unspent budget remains over Php16 billion.
Social welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian assures senators of continued "Balik Probinsya, Bagong Pag-asa program," serving families and building better futures.
The National Commission of Senior Citizens welcomes the bill mandating the hiring of seniors in the public and private sectors, providing more livelihood opportunities.