Contractor names congressmen, DPWH officials in flood control scam

Contractor Pacifico Discaya II testified before the Senate blue ribbon panel regarding anomalous flood control projects, alleging that several congressmen and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials solicited money from him for project bids and contract implementation.

Discaya claimed the solicited amounts ranged from 10% to 25% of the project cost, and that refusal to cooperate could lead to project hindrances.

Several lawmakers have rejected the accusations and some, including Rep. Patrick Michael Vargas, announced their intention to file charges against the Discaya couple.

The House Infrastructure Committee resumed its hearing into the alleged anomalies, with House Speaker Martin Romualdez and colleagues denying the claims.

Contractor Curlee Discaya stated he had no more lawmakers to name who allegedly received kickbacks for flood control projects.

Discaya requested an executive session for his and his family's security, a request disapproved by Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Rep. Leila De Lima.