Speaker endorses release of P150 million to Davao flood victims

MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Martin Romualdez has endorsed the immediate release of P150 million in financial aid, through the Department of Social Welfare and Development, to the flood victims in Davao region.

Romualdez said the financial aid is under the DSWD’s assistance to individuals in crisis situations program and would be released through the congressional districts and local government units of Davao.

The Speaker, together with Tingog Reps. Yedda Romualdez and Jude Acidre, has also donated 21,000 food packs to the flood victims.

“This is to reassure and let our kababayans in Davao Region know that the government of President Marcos is here and doing its best to alleviate their condition. Aid will continue to flow in your areas as you all recover from the adverse effects of the floods,” Romualdez said.

“We hope and pray for everyone affected by this natural calamity. Rest assured that we will continue to find ways to send help to Davao Oriental,” he added.

The Speaker stressed that the House would not allow itself to be “sidetracked by political issues that distract us from our primary objectives.”

“We need to ensure that work will continue and public service will reach the people, especially during these difficult times,” he said.