Dy files party-list reform bill to ensure genuine representation

House Speaker Faustino Dy III has introduced a bill aimed at overhauling the party-list system to ensure it genuinely represents marginalized groups in the House of Representatives. This proposed New Party-List System Act seeks to replace the existing law, Republic Act No. 7941, with the intention of addressing issues related to representation and inclusivity. The move is significant as it aims to correct past shortcomings and ensure that the voices of underrepresented communities are more accurately reflected in legislative processes. This reform could lead to a more equitable and representative political landscape in the Philippines.