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Bam Aquino

Senator Bam Aquino is a prominent Filipino politician advocating for transparency and effective governance, particularly focusing on redirecting flood control funds to education and healthcare. He has called for independent probes into alleged corruption in flood control projects and supports the reallocation of PHP243 billion from the 2026 budget towards more pressing social needs. Aquino often engages with youth initiatives, such as participating in digital literacy festivals aimed at fostering responsible online behavior among young Filipinos.

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Tue, September 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM

Palace: DPWH budget won't be returned, Marcos orders review

Malacañang confirmed that the Department of Public Works and Highways' (DPWH) budget will not be returned to the executive branch, despite allegations of fictitious projects.

Fri, August 15, 2025 at 1:57 PM

Senators push for stricter e-wallet controls vs online gambling

Senators are urging e-wallet providers and regulators to strengthen controls against online gambling, citing existing loopholes that still allow Filipinos to place bets.

Tue, August 12, 2025 at 12:56 PM

Classroom shortage may take 5 presidencies to fix

Senator Bam Aquino warned that the Philippines' classroom shortage could take more than five presidencies to resolve without immediate government action, emphasizing the urgency during a public hearing.

Mon, August 4, 2025 at 4:23 PM

Senate finalizes committee chairmanships for 20th Congress

The Senate has finalized the remaining committee chairmanships for the 20th Congress.

Thu, July 31, 2025 at 3:05 PM

Hontiveros: Pangilinan, Aquino still allies despite joining majority

Senator Risa Hontiveros affirmed that Senators Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan and Bam Aquino remain her allies despite their decision to join the Senate majority bloc.

Tue, July 29, 2025 at 5:39 PM

Senate committees finalized with Cayetano, Marcos, Padilla, Go securing most chairmanships

The Senate of the 20th Congress has finalized its committee chairmanships.

Tue, July 29, 2025 at 4:58 PM

Marcoleta chairs Senate Blue Ribbon committee

Senator Rodante Marcoleta has been elected as the new chairperson of the Senate committee on accountability of public officers and investigations, commonly known as the Blue Ribbon committee.

Tue, July 29, 2025 at 8:34 AM

Sen. Bam Aquino welcomes education focus in Marcos' SONA

Senator Bam Aquino aligned with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s renewed focus on education during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA), noting that six out of the Senate Committee on Basic Education's seven-point reform agenda were mentioned.

Mon, July 28, 2025 at 8:30 PM

4 senators seek SC ruling on impeachment proceedings applied prospectively

Four senators, including Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan, Vicente "Tito" Sotto III, Bam Aquino, and Risa Hontiveros, have signed a resolution seeking to have the Supreme Court consider applying its ruling on impeachment proceedings to future cases only.

Mon, July 28, 2025 at 8:15 PM

Senators urge SC to reconsider ruling on VP Sara Duterte impeachment

Senators Risa Hontiveros, Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan, and Bam Aquino are urging the Supreme Court (SC) to reconsider its ruling on the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte.