House files RBH No. 7 for econ const amend, Senate prefers RBH No. 6

House leaders filed Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) No. 7 on Monday to propose economic amendments to the Constitution, mirroring Senate RBH No. 6.

The proposed changes would allow exceptions for foreign ownership under specific conditions in public utilities, basic educational institutions, and the advertising industry.

On Wednesday, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri expressed preference for the House to adopt the Senate's Charter change (Cha-cha) bill, RBH No. 6, to avoid confusion and uncertainty.

Senators Ramon Revilla Jr. and Jinggoy Estrada praised the House's move but emphasized the need for separate voting by both chambers of Congress to uphold bicameralism.

House lawmakers aim to fast-track the measure before budget deliberations for next year become busy, with Senate President setting a target deadline before Holy Week.