Senate prioritizes people-centric bills, rejects divisive charter change

Senate President Francis Escudero laid out the Senate's legislative agenda, prioritizing measures that benefit Filipinos without causing political division.

Escudero emphasized focusing on bills that ease burdens on citizens rather than divisive proposals like charter change.

He proposed a three-way test for prioritizing legislation: will it make lives easier, help move faster, and lighten people's burdens?

Escudero vowed to scrutinize the 2025 national budget and continue oversight work to correct wrong policies in government.

The Senate chief also highlighted the chamber's role in defending sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea and strengthening maritime claims.