House recognizes Gatchalian-led Senate Secretary for SONA preps

House Secretary General Cheloy Garafil has formally acknowledged Renato Bantug, Jr. as the Senate Secretary in preparation for the upcoming State of the Nation Address. This official communication marks the beginning of the collaborative planning phase between the two chambers of Congress. President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is scheduled to deliver his fourth address on July 27. The coordination between Garafil and Bantug ensures that logistical and administrative arrangements are synchronized for the high-profile legislative event. Both offices are now working in tandem to finalize the necessary protocols for the President's report to the nation.

The formal recognition of leadership roles between the House and Senate is a critical administrative step to ensure the seamless execution of the President's annual State of the Nation Address.