Seven senators have withdrawn their signatures from the committee report on Senate Bill 1979 or the Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill amid concerns raised by some groups on its provision on Comprehensive Sexual Education.
In a letter addressed to Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Tuesday, Senators JV Ejercito, Nancy Binay, Cynthia Villar, and Bong Go informed him that they were taking back their support for the bill, citing the need for further discussions with stakeholders.
“In light of the recent feedback and numerous concerns raised on Senate Bill No. 1979…we respectfully request the withdrawal of our signatures from the said committee report,” the letter…