Photo courtesy: Senator Bong Go facebook page
* Raised concern for displaced familiesSen. Christopher “Bong” Go reaffirmed his commitment to bringing immediate government assistance directly to communities in need as his Malasakit Team facilitated the turnover and distribution of assistance to residents of Abucay, Bataan who were affected by Tropical Storm Crising. The activity took place on Saturday, August 1 at the Barangay Wawa Covered Court in Sitio Bakawan, Abucay, Bataan, in coordination with former mayor Robin Tagle.
Present during the distribution was Barangay Captain Noel Pring, who joined the team in ensuring that assistance reached the intended beneficiaries efficiently. Food packs were distributed to storm-hit families, along with shirts for select recipients. Beneficiaries also received ballers, basketballs, volleyballs, foldable fans, and fresh fruit as part of the aid effort.
Go stressed that disaster response is not only about relief distribution but also about showing presence and care for those who have suffered loss and disruption.
“Ilapit natin ang serbisyo ng gobyerno sa ating mga kababayan na higit na nangangailangan. Patuloy kaming magseserbisyo sa inyo dahil bisyo ko ang magserbisyo at ako ay naniniwala na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo ‘yan sa Panginoon, serbisyo ‘yan kay Allah,” underscored Go.
He emphasized that while direct aid helps alleviate immediate needs, long-term solutions must also be pursued to address the deeper challenges faced by affected families. This is why his work in the Senate complements his outreach activities, linking urgent relief with policies that promote resilience and recovery.
In the latter part of his message, Go highlighted his ongoing legislative push to address housing challenges faced by families displaced by disasters such as Tropical Storm Crising. He shared that he has refiled Senate Bill No. 415, or the proposed Rental Housing Subsidy Program, in the 20th Congress.
“May mga pamilya na nawalan ng tirahan dahil sa kalamidad. Habang nag-aantay pa sila ng permanenteng matitirahan, dapat may pansamantalang tulong para hindi sila mapilitang tumira sa mga delikadong lugar o magtiis sa mahirap na kondisyon,” Go explained.
Go reiterated that his advocacy for accessible housing is part of a broader effort to safeguard the dignity, security, and well-being of every Filipino family.
“Bilang inyong Mr. Malasakit, ako ay magseserbisyo sa inyo sa abot ng aking makakaya dahil ang bisyo ko po ay magserbisyo. Huwag kayong mawalan ng pag-asa; sa pagkakaisa at pagtutulungan, malalagpasan natin ang anumang pagsubok. Manatili tayong matatag at positibo sa kabila ng mga hamon,” Go urged.
