Recto's ex-aide, dela Rosa’s son-in-law embroiled in Senate Bill 1979 leak controversy

Senator Ralph Recto's former aide, now Senator Ronald dela Rosa's son-in-law, is at the center of a controversy involving Senate Bill 1979 or the Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy Bill.

Critics claim the bill will teach children as young as four years old about childhood masturbation and introduce six-year-olds to the concept of bodily pleasures through the five senses. They also assert that by age nine, children have their own sexual rights.

Senator Ronald dela Rosa's son-in-law, who is now a senatorial aide, was accused of leaking confidential documents related to the bill.

The leak led to an investigation and subsequent punishment for the aide involved.

Senator Risa Hontiveros has defended the bill, stating that it does not teach children about masturbation or introduce them to bodily pleasures through the five senses. She also clarified that the bill does not assert sexual rights for young children.