Cynthia Villar

Cynthia Villar is a prominent Filipino politician who currently serves as a senator, known for authoring the Rice Tariffication Law which has transformed rice import policies in the Philippines. She recently denied allegations that she obstructs the National Food Authority's ability to purchase palay from local farmers and emphasized the effectiveness of current mechanisms in supporting farmers and ensuring food security. Villar is also campaigning for a congressional seat in Las Piñas, focusing on principles and advocacies related to agriculture, environmental protection, and infrastructure development.

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Last updated at April 24, 2025.

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Villar inaugurates 12-story addition to LPGH & STC, expanding bed capacity to 500

On Monday, March 17, Senator Cynthia A. Villar inaugurated a new building for the Las Piñas General Hospital and Satellite Trauma Center (LPGH & STC), along with a new access road.
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CHR lauds Senate Bill expanding Safe Spaces Act protections

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has praised Senate Bill No. 2897 for expanding and strengthening protections under the Safe Spaces Act.
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Khonghun disputes Villar's claim, argues Senate delayed action on Duterte impeachment

On March 6th, Jefferson Khonghun, a House Assistant Majority Leader, disputed Senator Cynthia Villar's claim that the Senate was pressured to act on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte immediately after receiving it. According to Khonghun, the Senate had until February 7th to convene and address the Articles of Impeachment but adjourned early on February 5th.
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Villar doubts Senate will prioritize Duterte's impeachment over campaigns

Senator Cynthia Villar on Wednesday reiterated her doubts that her colleagues will prioritize the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte over their respective electoral campaigns.
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CA defers Marciano's PhilSA confirmation over data concerns

The Commission on Appointments (CA) deferred Joel Joseph Marciano's confirmation as director general of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) for a second time due to concerns about his inability to provide accurate data and answer questions.
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7 senators withdraw support for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill over CSE concerns

Seven senators have withdrawn their support for Senate Bill No. 1979 (Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill) due to concerns raised by religious groups over its provision on Comprehensive Sexual Education.
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Marcos hosts dinner for senators at Bahay ng Pangulo

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos hosted a dinner for senators and their spouses at Bahay ng Pangulo on Monday.
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Senators deny Senate shake-up and impeachment plots

Rumors persist about a potential Senate shake-up and impeachment attempts against Vice President Sara Duterte, but several senators deny any plans to oust Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero with only six session days left before the Yuletide break.
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Tolentino calls for Rice Tariffication Law review to aid typhoon-hit farmers

Senate Majority Leader Francis 'Tol' Tolentino called for immediate government action to support rice farmers affected by recent typhoons.
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CA confirms Marilyn Barua-Yap as new CSC chair

The Commission on Appointments confirmed Marilyn Barua-Yap's appointment as chairperson of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) on Wednesday, replacing Karlo Nograles who resigned to run for mayor of Davao City in the 2025 elections.
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