Senator Win Gatchalian urged the Department of Energy (DOE) and distribution utilities, such as Meralco, to ensure a steady flow of electricity, especially in election hotspots, ahead of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections.
Ahead of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections on October 30, Senator Win Gatchalian is urging the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), and the Philippine National Police (PNP) to ensure the full protection of teachers serving on poll duty.
A Pulse Asia survey commissioned by Senator Win Gatchalian revealed that 98% of Filipinos favor free tuition in public universities.
Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a bill that seeks to improve the governance and quality of education in local universities and colleges (LUCs), which are higher educational institutions that are being run by local government units.
Senator Win Gatchalian plans to file a bill that seeks to create an independent agency or body for testing and evaluation to properly measure and improve learner outcomes.
Senator Win Gatchalian urged the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to expedite policies on charging stations needed to boost the adoption of electric vehicle (EV) use in the country.
Senator Win Gatchalian reiterated his call to the Teacher Education Council (TEC) to ensure that teacher education and training are aligned to the K to 10 MATATAG curriculum.
Senator Win Gatchalian has raised concerns about potential cybersecurity threats that could impact financial institutions and public utilities in the wake of recent cyberattacks targeting government institutions.
Senator Win Gatchalian underscored the imperative role of schools in safeguarding students from the perils of hazing, emphasizing the legal obligation for educational institutions to take proactive measures.