SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go reiterated his full support for the proposed 2024 National Expenditure Program for State Universities and Colleges, Commission on Higher Education, as well as for the Development Academy of the Philippines.

“Education is the cornerstone of our nation’s progress. I stand firmly behind the proposed budgets for CHED, DAP, and SUCs as they are instrumental in shaping our future leaders,” said Go, who is pushing for comprehensive legislative initiatives to enhance the education sector.

“Nanawagan ako ng pagkakaisa at pakikipagtulungan ng mga SUCs kasama na ang CHED at iba pang ahensya ng gobyerno, at mga kapwa ko mambabatas na patuloy nating isulong ang mga inisyatibo para sa kinabukasan ng mga kabataan dahil ang maayos na edukasyon ang tanging puhunan natin sa mundong ito,” he said.

Go earlier pledged to support policies that not only strengthen the education sector but also prioritize the health and well-being of students.

The senator co-authored and co-sponsored Senate Bill 1359, known as the No Permit, No Exam Prohibition Act.

This measure aims to penalize educational institutions that prevent students from taking exams due to unpaid tuition or other school fees.

Go also co-authored and co-sponsored SBN 1864 or the Student Loan Payment Moratorium During Disasters and Emergencies Act, which was passed on third and final reading recently.

The bill seeks to offer relief to students who are unable to repay loans due to unforeseen disasters and emergency.