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Bam Aquino

Senator Bam Aquino is a prominent Filipino legislator known for advocating education reform, infrastructure development, and government transparency. He has introduced several bills aimed at addressing classroom shortages, enhancing school safety, and utilizing blockchain technology for budget accountability. His efforts reflect a commitment to improving public services and ensuring effective governance in the Philippines.

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Thu, October 23, 2025 at 12:12 PM

Sen. Bam Aquino urges Marcos Jr. to certify CAP Act as urgent

Senator Bam Aquino is urging President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to certify the Classroom-Building Acceleration Program (CAP) Act as an urgent measure to address the country's classroom shortage.

Mon, October 20, 2025 at 6:33 PM

DPWH completes only 22 of 1,700 target classrooms for 2025

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has only completed 22 classrooms out of a target of 1,700 for 2025, with only two months remaining in the year.

Tue, October 14, 2025 at 12:54 PM

Sen. Bam Aquino seeks probe on school building safety

Senator Bam Aquino is pushing for a Senate probe into the structural integrity and safety of public school buildings across the Philippines.

Mon, October 6, 2025 at 12:15 PM

Marcos Jr. open to blockchain for budget transparency

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. expressed openness to using blockchain technology to enhance transparency in the national budget and government projects.

Mon, October 6, 2025 at 10:41 AM

Sen. Bam Aquino urges DTI to review mandatory Trustmark for online businesses

Senator Bam Aquino urged the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to review its mandatory "Trustmark" requirement for online businesses.

Thu, October 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM

Sen. Bam Aquino files bill for blockchain-based national budget

Senator Bam Aquino filed Senate Bill No. 1330, the National Budget Blockchain Act, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in the Philippine national budget through blockchain technology.

Wed, October 1, 2025 at 5:33 PM

Senate adopts resolution urging ICC to consider house arrest for Duterte on humanitarian grounds

The Philippine Senate adopted Senate Resolution No. 144 with a 15-3-2 vote, urging the International Criminal Court (ICC) to consider house arrest for former President Rodrigo Duterte on humanitarian grounds.

Sat, September 27, 2025 at 9:07 PM

Senators push for P3.29B more funding for SUCs amid enrollment surge

Senators Bam Aquino and Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan are pushing for increased funding for state universities and colleges (SUCs) in the proposed 2026 national budget, citing a potential P3.29-billion funding gap.

Mon, September 15, 2025 at 5:52 PM

Aquino pushes for full implementation of Free Internet Access Act

Senator Bam Aquino highlighted that the complete implementation of the Free Internet Access in Public Places Act (RA 10929) will greatly benefit ordinary Filipinos, particularly those lacking affordable internet access.

Mon, September 15, 2025 at 2:59 PM

12 senators attend first Senate majority bloc caucus

The newly formed Senate majority bloc convened for their first caucus meeting on Monday, a week after Senator Vicente Sotto III assumed the role of Senate President.