MANILA, Philippines – Critics of the Reproductive Health bill (RH bill) have won Round 1 of the battle in the House of Representatives. On Tuesday, August 14, they successfully blocked the House plenary from tackling the controversial measure.
The legislative chamber was scheduled to begin the period of amendments for the RH bill Tuesday, August 14.
The House leadership had no choice but to entertain the privilege speeches. Under its rules on motions, privilege speeches take precedence over the discussion of bills.
RH bill principal author Albay Rep Edcel Lagman however said that it was only a “temporary victory” for those against the bill. (Also read: #RHbill authors list 10 ‘acceptable’ amendments.)
You can access the live blog of the RH Bill at the House here.
You can also view the live blog below.
-Rappler.com
For more updates on the issue of the RH Bill, view our #RHBill Debate Microsite.
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