Senate adds new members to committeesSenator Francis Tolentino moves to introduce new members in different Senate committees on August 5, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — New members were introduced to various Senate committees on Monday. The Senate had a major shakeup in May when Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri stepped down as Senate President, with Sen. Francis Escudero taking his place. During the Senate’s Plenary Session on Monday, Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino moved for new members to join several committees, with Sen. Loren Legarda seven committees. “I move for the nomination and election of the members of the various permanent committees,” Tolentino said.

Source: Philippine Star August 05, 2024 20:32 UTC