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House didn't violate rules in suspending sessions early, Cayetano allies say
The House of Representatives suspended its session until November 16, postponing the scheduled October 14 election for House Speaker.
This action followed the approval on second reading of the proposed P4.5 trillion national budget for 2021.
The suspension effectively delays the planned speakership transition between Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano and Marinduque Representative Lord Allan Velasco.
Cayetano's allies assert that the early suspension did not violate rules, as the official adjournment date is October 14, which falls within the commencement of session period ending October 16.
Some lawmakers claimed their microphones were muted during the Zoom session and criticized the removal of Partylist Rep. Michael Romero as deputy speaker.
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Malacañang stated that Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano's decision to suspend the House session until November 16 is not illegal, describing it as a strategic political maneuver.
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Representative Lord Allan Velasco accused Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano of "bastardizing" the House of Representatives and railroading the 2021 budget bill.
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Lawmakers allied with former Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano urged their colleagues to prioritize the 2021 national budget over leadership changes in the House of Representatives.
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House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano called a caucus for the majority bloc to prioritize the passing of the 2021 national budget during special sessions, assuring President Duterte of his respect for the call for the session.
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Malacañang is open to calling a special session of Congress in December if necessary to ensure the timely passage of the proposed P4.506 trillion 2021 national budget.
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