Gawad KALASAG

Bataan Shines at 24th Gawad KALASAG

In a moment of pride and achievement, the Province of Bataan emerged victorious at the 24th Gawad KALASAG Seal for Excellence in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) and Humanitarian Assistance held on November 28, 2024, at the Laus Group Event Centre. The province was honored with the prestigious Beyond Compliant Award, a recognition reserved […]

Bataan shines among Central Luzon’s most competitive LGUs

Bataan shines among Central Luzon’s most competitive LGUs

Cementing its reputation as a hub of good governance and innovation, Bataan emerged as one of the most competitive provinces in the Philippines, securing a prestigious spot in the 2023 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI). The province ranked 10th nationwide, standing tall among the 14 Central Luzon local government units (LGUs) recognized for their […]

Meritocracy bill advances in Congress

Meritocracy bill advances in Congress

In a significant development for local governance in the Philippines, the House Committee on Appropriations approved Bataan 2nd District Representative Abet Garcia’s proposed Local Governance Meritocracy Bill (House Bill 5043) on November 26. This legislation seeks to strengthen the implementation of the Seal of Good Local Governance Act (Republic Act 11292) by incorporating the Human […]