Leyte 4th District Rep. Richard Gomez — an ardent supporter of charter change — asked this as to why such proposals are not gaining traction in the Senate despite getting overwhelming support in the House of Representatives. | GabrielLaluINQ
“Everyone’s affected by lack of jobs, lack of opportunities, why do they fear this? Maybe if you ask me what their fears are — since I myself can’t grasp it — may be because they are afraid that talks would eventually lead to cutting short the term of the senators, from six years going down to four years, maybe that’s it,” he suggested.
Hence, the lawmaker said this is another reason why a constituent assembly, not a constitutional convention, should be used, with the House and the Senate voting separately on these concerns. “Actually, most people fear that talks may lead to term extensions. But that’s why it’s important […] that the House and Senate talk. There should be House rules to continue pushing for constitutional amendments. Number one, let the House come up with its own version. Second, I personally agree that the House and Senate vote separately,” he added.
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