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House Speaker Dy calls for 'moral recovery' as new Congress begins
House Speaker Faustino Dy III has emphasized that the incoming legislature must prioritize ethical renewal to achieve its legislative agenda. The call comes as the new congressional term prepares to commence.
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MANILA — House Speaker Faustino 'Bojie' G. Dy III has stressed that the newly-formed Congress must begin with a 'moral recovery' within the House of Representatives if it is to succeed in its mandate.
Dy made the statement on Monday, underscoring the importance of ethical standards and institutional integrity as the legislative body enters a new session. The Speaker's remarks reflect concerns about the need for the chamber to rebuild public confidence and establish principled governance at the outset of its term.
The House Speaker reiterated his position that moral and ethical renewal must form the foundation of the legislative body's work moving forward. He emphasized that such institutional recovery would be essential to the success of the broader legislative agenda.
Dy's call for moral recovery signals the House's intent to address governance challenges and set a renewed tone for its operations in the coming term. The emphasis on ethical standards underscores the chamber's recognition of the need to restore public trust in legislative institutions.