Reactions and Analysis of Marcos' 2026 SONA

Following President Marcos' 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), various groups and officials offered reactions and analyses, discussing proposed tax reforms, calls for new legislation, and criticisms regarding the speech's content and implications.

29 Jul, 20:13 — 30 Jul, 04:50

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Why this matters

The State of the Nation Address is a crucial annual event where the President outlines the administration's legislative agenda and priorities for the coming year. The proposals discussed, such as tax reforms and a new building act, have significant implications for the economy, public safety, and governance.

Key entitiesFerdinand Marcos Jr.Romeo Momo Senate

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA)

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The 2026 SONA included proposed tax reforms

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The 2026 SONA included support for the New Philippine Building Act

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Surigao del Sur Rep. Romeo Momo urged the Senate to approve the proposed New Philippine Building Act

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Analysis of proposed tax reforms and their implications for citizens, including suggestions for revenue recovery

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Specific calls for the Senate to pass the New Philippine Building Act, citing presidential support

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RapplerMostly Factual13h ago

[Ask the Tax Whiz] What do the proposed tax reforms in Marcos’ 2026 SONA mean for you?

Government should recover revenues lost in tax reforms by plugging tax evasion and running after those with unexplained wealth

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inquirerMostly Factual22h ago

Solon calls on Senate: After Marcos’ Sona, pass new PH building act

MANILA, Philippines — Now that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. himself is throwing his support for the bill, Surigao del Sur Rep. Romeo Momo has urged the Senate to approve the proposed New Philippine Building Act (PBA). He believes this measure will enable buildings in the country to withstand calamities. In a statement on Wednesday, Momo hailed

By postie

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First report: inquirer · 29 Jul, 20:13|Full coverage: 2 · 9h|Window: 9h

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Solon calls on Senate: After Marcos’ Sona, pass new PH building act

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Rappler30 Jul, 04:50Latest update

[Ask the Tax Whiz] What do the proposed tax reforms in Marcos’ 2026 SONA mean for you?

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The narrative shifted from the delivery of the SONA to detailed analysis of its contents and calls for legislative action on specific proposals.

SONA Delivery and Initial ReactionsJuly 29, 2026

President Marcos delivered his 2026 SONA, outlining various legislative proposals.

Post-SONA Analysis and Calls to ActionJuly 29-30, 2026

Outlets began analyzing specific proposals and lawmakers issued calls for legislative action based on the President's speech.

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Reactions and Analysis of Marcos' 2026 SONA

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[Ask the Tax Whiz] What do the proposed tax reforms in Marcos’ 2026 SONA mean for you?

Solon calls on Senate: After Marcos’ Sona, pass new PH building act

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Solon calls on Senate: After Marcos’ Sona, pass new PH building act

[Ask the Tax Whiz] What do the proposed tax reforms in Marcos’ 2026 SONA mean for you?

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