Manila Bulletin
House of Representatives has 69 confirmed COVID-19 cases
The House of Representatives has recorded 69 confirmed cases of COVID-19.
This includes a female congressional staff who tested positive.
Sorsogon 2nd District Rep. Ma. Bernardita "Ditas" Ramos is among the latest cases, making her the ninth lawmaker to contract the virus.
Two other House employees, one from the Finance Department and another from the Committee on Legislative Franchises, have also tested positive.
Currently, there are 18 active COVID-19 cases within the House.
1-PACMAN Partylist Rep. Eric Pineda had previously confirmed his positive status.
House Secretary General Jose Luis Montales reminded employees to only report to work if absolutely necessary and that penalties will be imposed for violating health protocols.
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