`National Policy`

Marcos Urges Congress to Allow Waste-to-Energy in Solid Waste Law

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During his 2026 State of the Nation Address, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed Congress to amend the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (RA 9003) to permit waste-to-energy facilities as part of modern waste management practices. This policy shift could transform how Quezon City and Metro Manila handle mounting waste volumes, potentially reducing landfill dependence while generating electricity, but environmental groups raise concerns about emissions and recycling disincentives. The proposal requires Congressional action to amend RA 9003; no specific timeline or funding details were announced in the SONA. Residents should monitor local government updates on waste management plans and public consultations.

NACC Launches “Love Makes a Family” Campaign, Encouraging LGBT+ and Solo Parent Adoption

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The National Authority for Child Care (NACC), an agency under the DSWD, has launched its annual campaign titled “Love Makes a Family,” explicitly encouraging legally qualified LGBTQ+ individuals and solo parents to pursue legal adoption and alternative child care. This initiative is significant for Quezon City residents as it signals a national policy shift towards inclusive family structures, affirming that love and commitment—not sexual orientation or marital status—are what qualify someone to provide a stable home for a child. The campaign, announced by NACC Executive Director Atty. Gaby Concepcion, is open to all eligible individuals regardless of sexual orientation, and interested Quezon City residents can seek guidance directly from the NACC or the DSWD’s local offices for the application process.