Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said the Senate will prioritize the passage of the anti-political dynasty bill and party-list system reforms to curb corruption when sessions resume in January.
Lacson said political dynasties have been linked to anomalous flood control and infrastructure projects, noting that relatives often succeed each other in Congress.
He stressed that passing the anti-dynasty measure, which he filed and covers up to the second degree of consanguinity and affinity, would play a major role in ending corruption.
The senator added that lawmakers are now under public scrutiny and many may support the bill despite being affected by it.
Lacson also backed reforms to the party-list system to ensure it benefits truly marginalized sectors and is not abused, citing reports of party-list groups tied to big contractors and corruption.
“The party list system should not have members who are billionaires. I hope we can pass the bills to correct our system before the 21st Congress,” he said.IMT
