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SENATOR JV EJERCITO’S STATEMENT ON THE WITHDRAWAL OF MY SIGNATURE ON SENATE BILL NO. 1979 UNDER COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 41

January 22, 2025

After careful consideration of the concerns raised about Senate Bill No. 1979 and due to conflicting interpretations and opposing views, I believe it is necessary to revisit and refine its provisions before moving forward.

While the goal to prevent adolescent pregnancies is something we all agree on, I believe that further study and consultation with stakeholders— youth groups, parents, educators, community leaders, and the church— are necessary before we pass this bill. Ito ay para maalis ang anumang maling pananaw at maitama ang mga bahaging maaaring magdulot ng kalituhan o pag-aalala. 

Our youth deserve a legislation that would reflect genuine care and understanding of their circumstances. Kaya’t naniniwala akong kailangang balikan, suriin, at irepaso ang panukala, para masiguro na hindi lang ito praktikal kundi makatao at epektibo rin.

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