House ready for PBBM's 3rd SONA on July 22

The House of Representatives is fully prepared for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s third State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 22, with Speaker Martin Romualdez assuring readiness.

The Batasang Pambansa Complex is ready to host the event, with preparations including inspections and new equipment, and will be under lockdown starting July 18.

President Marcos is "on top" of finalizing his SONA speech, dedicating time on July 17 for its preparation.

Marcos' SONA will focus on updates regarding the administration's efforts to uplift the lives of Filipinos, improve the economy, address criminality, and other social problems.

Radio Television Malacañang will broadcast the President's third SONA, directed by the RTVM.

A budget of P20 million has been set for this year's SONA.

The House of Representatives has banned SONA outfits with derogatory words or political messages.

President Marcos is expected to deliver his speech at 4 p.m. before a joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate, with 306 House members and 23 senators expected to be present.

Bicolano vocalist Blessie Mae Abagat will sing the Philippine national anthem, followed by the "Bagong Pilipinas" hymn and pledge.

Vice President Sara Duterte confirmed she will not attend the SONA, following her resignation as Department of Education Secretary and vice chairperson of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict.