Sotto doubts people’s initiative can push ABS-CBN’s bid for new franchise

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Senate President Vicente Sotto III raised doubts that a people’s initiative will be able to push for the granting of a fresh franchise to ABS-CBN, citing funding constraints and a possible constitutional challenge. | CMRamosINQ

According to Sotto, private bills, like those seeking to grant legislative franchises, should “exclusively” emanate from the House of Representatives.

“Another doubtful issue is if Comelec [Commission on Elections] has funds for it. The proponents should first check on the Consti[tution],” he added. The proponents of the initiative will also need to ensure that each legislative district is represented by at least 3 percent of the total registered voters.Once signatures are collected, the Comelec needs to verify the signatures. Once verified, it will then schedule a national plebiscite.In a message to reporters, Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez said the poll body will “refrain from issuing any statement on the matter” since it is “still largely speculative.

 

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CMRamosINQ Mas mainam n yung may challenge Kay sa wala at puro dak dak lng

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CMRamosINQ Constitutional challenge? Please.

CMRamosINQ Well let abs cbn used all possible means to defend their business then senatePH focus na tayo sa covid 19 pls. Taas na unemployment than covid cases😎

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