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11 “Brave” Lawmakers Who Voted For The ABS-CBN Franchise Renewal

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5. Vilma Santos-Recto (Batangas 6th District)

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Arguably the most known representative in favor of the franchise renewal. Vilma Santos-Recto carries a long and accomplished career in show business before her foray into politics. She served as Governor of Batangas and Mayor of Lipa before being elected as a representative of Batangas. She principal authored a bill that advocated a PHP10,000 increase to the salary of public elementary and public secondary school teachers.