The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines has deemed Senator Loren Legarda’s extended medical leave suspicious, in light of plunder and graft complaints against her and her son.
Senator Loren Legarda of the Philippines emphasized that recurring floods require broader preventive, nature-based solutions rather than just traditional flood-control infrastructure.
The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) has announced it will no longer file a petition against the P85 minimum wage hike in the National Capital Region. Senator Legarda urged for the immediate implementation of the wage increase by lifting any temporary restraining orders.
Senator Loren Legarda urged graduates of Batangas State University (BatStateU) to reject mediocrity in their professions, according to a statement from her office.
Senator Loren Legarda has filed Senate Bill No. 2255, a tax reform bill aimed at increasing the take-home pay of ordinary workers and ensuring fairer taxes in the Philippines.
Senator Loren Legarda joined the Philippines in celebrating Micro-, Small- and Medium-sized Enterprise (MSME) Day on June 27, highlighting the vital role of small businesses as the everyday lifeblood of Filipino communities.
Senator Loren Legarda marked the 165th birth anniversary of Dr. José Rizal on June 19, reflecting on his vision and calling for national unity in the Philippines.
Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the importance of real funding for education laws during the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) anniversary, stressing the need to prioritize students and resolve political differences.
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda led a diagnosis of power and connectivity challenges in Antique and Aklan, securing commitments for public-private solutions. She emphasized the need for reliable infrastructure in the region.
Senator Loren Legarda stated that heritage is a source of strength for Filipino families amidst rising costs and uncertainty, reflecting this message during Heritage Month.
Senator Loren Legarda of the Philippines called for a decisive shift towards proactive climate readiness, urging legislation for anticipatory finance to safeguard communities before disasters strike. She emphasized moving away from a cycle of "trauma and repair."
Philippine lawmakers are addressing the nation's economic challenges, with Senator Legarda arguing against taxing the crisis and emphasizing rising costs, while Representative Dy advocates for a fuel supply security plan under the Kalinga bill.
Senator Loren Legarda has introduced Senate Bill No. 2020, known as the Bayanihan 3: Power to the People Act, a comprehensive emergency measure aimed at protecting Filipino families from the 2026 global oil crisis.
Senator Loren Legarda lauded Filipina women for their crucial role in community resilience during extreme weather, marking the conclusion of National Women's Month.
Senator Loren Legarda emphasized that tax reforms in the Philippines must provide relief to Filipino families while ensuring accountability in government spending, stating that revenue foregone from tax cuts can be recovered by addressing corruption.
Senator Loren Legarda is pushing for a proposed law that would provide tangible benefits and protections to unpaid care workers, many of whom are women, in observance of National Women’s Month.
Senator Loren Legarda, chair of the Senate Committee on National Defense and Security, convened a hearing to advocate for urgent reforms and modernization of the Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
Senator Legarda has rejected the Ombudsman's remark that her medical leave was 'suspicious,' especially as her son also sought a two-month leave. The Ombudsman's comments have sparked controversy regarding the legitimacy of her time off.
Senator Loren Legarda is advocating for stronger protection, fair compensation, and safe working arrangements for workers who sustain the economy during calamities in the Philippines.
Senator Loren Legarda and her son, Representative Leandro Leviste, have left the Philippines. This departure comes as Leviste was a no-show at the NBI, amidst reports of Legarda taking medical leave.
Senator Loren Legarda of the Philippines has urged Congress to prioritize addressing the nationwide classroom shortage during deliberations on the proposed 2027 national budget.
Senator Legarda stated that violations of waste management laws are the cause of recent dumpsite disasters, citing incidents in Cebu and Rizal that resulted in multiple fatalities.
The family of a slain girl is seeking charges against a younger suspect involved in a school shooting. Senator Legarda also urged a deeper look into youth violence beyond games and social media in light of the incident.
Senator Loren Legarda stated that a petition filed before the Supreme Court, seeking to nullify the June 3 Senate session, represents a constitutional controversy beyond a mere leadership dispute.
Lawyer Levi Baligod has admitted to a second error, stating that two former soldiers wrongly implicated Senator Loren Legarda in their affidavit concerning a flood control case.
The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service (TOWNS) Foundation Inc. has expressed profound disappointment over Senator Loren Legarda's political decisions and urged her to reflect deeply. Legarda is a TOWNS awardee.
Senator Loren Legarda has sponsored a measure to declare the Waling-waling (Vanda sanderiana) as the National Orchid of the Philippines, emphasizing the urgent need for its conservation.
Senator Loren Legarda, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Higher, Technical and Vocational Education, is pushing for reform measures to enhance colleges, CHED, and TESDA in the Philippines.
Senator Loren Legarda called on Filipinos to embrace heroism through discipline and sacrifice while honoring the heroes of the Bataan Death March during the Capas Commemoration event. She emphasized their courage in securing the nation's freedom and peace.
Senator Loren Legarda has filed a bill, dubbed ‘Bayanihan 3’, in the Philippine Senate. The proposed measure aims to institutionalize the government’s response to the energy crisis, including a provisional oil regulation.
Senator Loren Legarda reiterated her commitment to peacebuilding, reflecting on decades of work in conflict mediation, hostage negotiations, and implementing programs that convert peace agreements into development initiatives.
Senator Loren Legarda has filed two bills aimed at lowering prices on basic goods and services while expanding value-added tax (VAT) exemptions for essential necessities, medicines, and medical services in the Philippines.
Senator Loren Legarda is advocating for the passage of Senate Bill No. 1853, the K to 3 Foundational Learning and Nurturing Care Act, as a solution to the Philippine learning crisis.
Senator Loren Legarda has introduced a bill to amend the 2009 Cultural Heritage Act, aiming to enhance heritage protection by providing incentive mechanisms and tax relief for privately owned heritage buildings.
Senator Loren Legarda has extended her medical leave until August 19, as confirmed by the Senate secretariat. This marks another extension of her absence from Senate duties due to health reasons.
Senator Loren Legarda lauded the enactment of Republic Act No. 12322, a new law that provides the Department of Education (DepEd) with the flexibility to adopt an evidence-based curricular approach for Filipino students.
Senator Loren Legarda urged Filipinos to prioritize disaster resilience, framing it as a fight to protect families, farmers, and fisherfolk. Her statement comes as the nation observes National Disaster Resilience Month.
Senator Loren Legarda has called for stronger government action to combat rising child stunting and chronic malnutrition in the Philippines, emphasizing its impact on education reform.
Senator Loren Legarda is pushing for the institutionalization of the Department of Agriculture’s Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo (4K) Program, a nationwide initiative aimed at poverty reduction and empowerment for indigenous communities.
Senator Loren Legarda has been instrumental in the passage of five out of seven laws enacted so far in the 20th Congress, focusing on education, fiscal policy, governance, and veterans’ welfare.
Senator Loren Legarda marked the 128th Philippine Independence Day by emphasizing that freedom is reflected in governance, protection of heritage, and serving public interests.
Former employees of Rep. Zaldy Co have retracted their earlier claims of delivering cash-filled luggage to Senator Loren Legarda, according to their lawyer Levito Baligod.
A group of artists and poets who participated in an annual event organized in partnership with Senator Loren Legarda's office has cut ties with her following her vote in the Senate presidential election.
Senator Loren Legarda, chair of the Senate committee on culture and the arts, inaugurated the 'Buhay na Dunong: Bukal ng Pamana' exhibit at the Senate building in Pasay City.
Senator Loren Legarda has urged the Department of Agriculture to stop importing 300,000–350,000 metric tons of fish and to suspend the fuel VAT to alleviate the burden on local fishing communities facing high fuel costs.
Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the importance of Filipino Food Month, celebrated every April, in connecting food security with cultural heritage to sustain families and communities. She noted how this initiative helps preserve traditions while addressing contemporary food challenges.
Senator Loren Legarda co-chaired the 4th Meeting of the Philippine Congress–Bangsamoro Parliament Forum (PCBPF), reaffirming her commitment to peace, development, and inclusive governance in the Bangsamoro region.
Senator Loren Legarda of the Philippines announced plans to file the Bayanihan Power to the People Act, or Bayanihan 3 Law, aiming to establish a comprehensive government framework to address the impacts of the global oil crisis on Filipino households and the national economy.
Senator Loren Legarda has called for urgent attention and accountability regarding the collapse of onion farm gate prices in Nueva Ecija and Occidental Mindoro, which plummeted from ₱120–₱150 per kilogram to just ₱30–40, and the issue of import overlap, demanding a thorough investigation into the matter.
Senator Loren Legarda, co-chair of Edcom II, sponsored Senate Bill No. 1894 to enhance Republic Act No. 10931, also known as the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, aiming to strengthen the free college education law.