Hontiveros backs juvenile justice law review amid school shooting probe

Senator Risa Hontiveros has voiced her backing for a review and possible amendments to the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act following a tragic school shooting in Tacloban City. She emphasized the need to balance reviewing the law with ensuring its current provisions are rigorously enforced. This move comes amid a broader national conversation about youth violence and the effectiveness of existing legal frameworks. Hontiveros' stance highlights the growing call for a nuanced approach to juvenile justice in the wake of such distressing incidents.