Reginald Velasco

Reginald Velasco is the Secretary General of the House of Representatives in the Philippines, responsible for managing its operations and ensuring adherence to protocols. He has been vocal about reducing ceremonial extravagance during President Marcos Jr.'s SONA on July 28, 2025, due to ongoing storm recovery efforts. Additionally, Velasco oversees investigations into misuse of official privileges, such as addressing the issue of fake protocol license plates and managing travel clearances for representatives like Paolo Duterte.

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Last updated at July 29, 2025.

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Sandro Marcos elected Majority Leader at 31

Sandro Marcos, 31, was unanimously elected as the youngest Majority Leader of the House of Representatives on Monday, July 28 during the opening of the First Regular Session of the 20th Congress.
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Marcos Jr. delivers SONA amid rain, thunderstorms

Cloudy skies with scattered rain and a possibility of thunderstorms are expected across Metro Manila and several regions on Monday, July 28, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Batasan Pambansa Complex.
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House cancels Sona red carpet for typhoon-affected communities

The House of Representatives canceled red carpet ceremonies and photo ops for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on July 28 to show solidarity with communities affected by recent typhoons.
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Romualdez calls for no-red-carpet SONA due to storm recovery

Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has called for a no-red-carpet State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, emphasizing the need to tone down the opening ceremonies due to ongoing recovery efforts from recent storms and monsoon rains.
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House suspends work, declares essential personnel for heavy rains

The House of Representatives has suspended work for a third consecutive day, starting at 4 pm on Monday, July 21, and continuing through Wednesday, July 23, due to heavy rains and flooding from the southwest monsoon.
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VP Sara Duterte to visit South Korea before SONA

Vice President Sara Duterte confirmed on Wednesday that she will visit South Korea to attend a Filipino community event and return to the Philippines on July 28 for the State of the Nation Address (SONA).
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VP Sara Duterte declines 4th SONA invitation

Vice President Sara Duterte will not attend President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, according to House Secretary General Reginald Velasco.
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Cardemas fail to file impeachment complaint against Marcos

On Thursday, May 8, Ronald and Marie Cardema attempted but failed to file an impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., citing his alleged violation of the Constitution and betrayal of public trust.
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Fake No. 8 protocol plate sparks PNP probe

A viral video showing a driver behaving rudely and threatening another motorist while displaying what appears to be a fake No. 8 protocol plate on his SUV has sparked condemnation from House Secretary General Reginald Velasco.
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Rep Paolo Duterte gets travel OK for 17-country trip, including The Hague

The House of Representatives has granted travel clearance to Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte for a personal trip to 17 countries and Hong Kong from March 20 to May 10, 2025.
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