• Increase of P300 million for the Modernization Program and Faculty Development of the Philippine Normal University; - Francis Escudero

Like billions of Catholics around the world, I greet Pope Francis’ election with a great measure of hope and optimism because it signals a fresh start. For many Catholics, this beacon of hope and optimism could very well rekindle a faith scarred by scandals and controversies.

I rise to sponsor the Supplemental Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2014 amounting to P22,467,608,000.

While we mourn the passing of our father, we thank everyone who cared for him and supported him in life, and we thank those who continue to pour their love, support and prayers for him and our family in this most trying moment.