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PHL has enough calamity response laws — solons
President Rodrigo Duterte called for the repeal of the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010, also known as Republic Act No. 10121, citing that it hinders immediate disaster relief efforts.
He expressed frustration that the law requires damage assessments before declaring a state of calamity, which caused delays in responding to Typhoon Odette.
However, lawmakers asserted that existing Philippine laws are sufficient for quick response measures during disaster situations.
Under RA 10121, a state of calamity may be declared by the President upon the recommendation of the NDRRMC based on a damage and needs assessment.
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President Rodrigo Duterte has declared a state of calamity in regions severely affected by Typhoon Odette to expedite relief and rehabilitation efforts.
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Malacañang defended President Rodrigo Duterte's declaration of a state of calamity in areas hit by Typhoon Odette, stating it was done at the appropriate time.
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House Ways and Means Chair Joey Salceda urged the NDRRMC to recommend a declaration of a state of calamity for regions devastated by Typhoon Odette in Visayas and Mindanao.
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President Rodrigo Duterte apologized for the delayed distribution of aid to victims of Typhoon Odette in Negros Oriental.
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