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Edcel Lagman

Edcel Lagman was a long-serving Filipino politician who passed away on January 30, 2025, at age 82 due to cardiac arrest. He served nine consecutive terms as Albay's First District Representative since 1987 and was known for his advocacy of progressive legislation such as the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act. In a recent development on April 29, 2025, the Ombudsman found Lagman guilty of grave misconduct related to 'jueteng' ties and ordered his dismissal from service.

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Recent developments on Edcel Lagman

Wed, February 5, 2025 at 12:13 PM

House honors late Rep Edcel Lagman

The House of Representatives held a necrological service on Wednesday, February 5, to honor the late Albay 1st District Representative Edcel Lagman, who passed away at 82 years old on January 30.

Mon, February 3, 2025 at 9:36 PM

House adopts resolution honoring the late Rep Edcel Lagman

The House of Representatives adopted House Resolution No. 2214, in consolidation with HR Nos. 2211 and 2212, to express condolences to the family of the late Albay Representative Edcel Lagman.

Mon, February 3, 2025 at 4:37 PM

Rep Arjo Atayde lauds late Rep Edcel Lagman as mentor

Quezon City Representative Arjo Atayde lauded the late Albay Representative Edcel Lagman as an inspiring mentor for young lawmakers.

Fri, January 31, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Albay mourns death of Rep Edcel Lagman at 82

Albay is mourning the death of its first district Representative, Edcel Lagman, who passed away at the age of 82 on Thursday, January 30, 2025.

Thu, January 30, 2025 at 7:12 PM

Rep. Edcel Lagman dies at 82

Albay 1st district Representative and Liberal Party President Edcel Lagman died at 82 on Thursday, January 30, 2025, due to cardiac arrest.

Thu, August 15, 2024 at 8:22 PM

Pres. Marcos moves Ninoy Aquino Day to Aug 23, ignites debate

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. moved Ninoy Aquino Day from August 21, 2024, to August 23, 2024, through Executive Order No. 665, to create a four-day weekend with National Heroes Day on August 26.

Tue, July 30, 2024 at 11:15 AM

SC affirms FDA's power to regulate tobacco products

The Supreme Court has affirmed the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) authority to regulate the health aspects of tobacco products, including heated and novel products like vapes.

Thu, July 25, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Lagman questions VP Duterte's family trip amid Luzon state of emergency

Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman criticized Vice President Sara Duterte for taking a personal trip abroad with her family during a state of emergency caused by heavy rains and flooding in Luzon due to Habagat enhanced by tropical cyclone Carina.

Mon, July 22, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Lagman, LP laud Marcos' Sona but seek more details

Albay 1st District Rep. Edcel Lagman stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s 2024 State of the Nation Address (Sona) was well-delivered and addressed important issues.

Thu, June 27, 2024 at 10:34 AM

Marcos Jr. says De Lima acquittal proves PH justice system works

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. stated that former Senator Leila de Lima's acquittal from all drug-related charges proves the Philippine justice system is functional and does not require the International Criminal Court's (ICC) intervention.