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Mark Villar

Senator Mark Villar is a prominent Filipino politician known for his work in infrastructure, education, and anti-fraud initiatives. He has filed bills to improve teachers' living conditions and combat online scams, while also facing scrutiny over his family's business dealings. Villar continues to be an influential figure in the Senate and a key player in various legislative and policy discussions.

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Recent developments on Mark Villar

Tue, September 30, 2025 at 2:36 PM

Senators push for people-centered, sustainable infrastructure

Senators are pushing for infrastructure projects that are people-centered, sustainable, and transparent to address the needs of Filipinos in an archipelagic nation.

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.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 3:23 PM

Ex-DPWH engineer admits fault for ghost project

A former DPWH district engineer in Bulacan, Henry Alcantara, admitted negligence and accountability for signing off on a "ghost" flood control project without personally inspecting it.

Wed, July 9, 2025 at 2:31 PM

PBBM OKs LWUA recommendations on PrimeWater issues

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has approved the Local Water Utilities Administration’s (LWUA) recommendations concerning complaints against PrimeWater.

Tue, July 8, 2025 at 1:18 PM

Palace press officer clarifies no insinuations against Sen. Villar

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro clarified that she made no insinuations that Senator Mark Villar had anything to do with the increase in the number of joint ventures entered into by his family's PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation.

Sun, July 6, 2025 at 4:06 PM

Villar proposes Philippine Scam Prevention Center

Senator Mark Villar is pushing for the creation of the Philippine Scam Prevention Center (PSPC) to serve as a one-stop shop for scam-related concerns.

Sat, July 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM

Villar denies ownership in PrimeWater amid probe

Senator Mark Villar denied any ownership or involvement in PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp., which is part of his family's business empire.

Fri, July 4, 2025 at 3:33 PM

LWUA probes PrimeWater service, possible Villar conflict of interest

The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) is investigating the poor service of PrimeWater and will examine potential conflicts of interest involving the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) during the tenure of former Secretary Mark Villar.

Wed, June 25, 2025 at 9:14 PM

Camille Villar takes oath as senator

Senator-elect Camille Villar officially took her oath of office administered by her mother, Senator Cynthia Villar, at their family home in Las Piñas.

Mon, June 2, 2025 at 8:27 PM

Senate OKs free funeral services for indigent families

The Senate has approved on final reading a bill that aims to provide free funeral services to indigent Filipino families facing crisis situations.