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FIRST SCENE

CONDUCT INQUIRIES IN AIDE OF LEGISLATION

The hearing focused on Mayor Alice Guo, who faced allegations of corruption and
involvement in illegal activities.

Senator Kyla and Linden questioned Mayor Guo about inconsistencies in her story,
particularly regarding her family background and her involvement in the POGO
(Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator) industry.

Contradictory statements. Mayor Guo made several contradictory statements, such as


claiming to have been abandoned by her mother but later admitting to having siblings.
She also denied knowing individuals involved in illegal gambling but evidence suggested
otherwise.

Wealth and lifestyle. The senators questioned the significant wealth accumulated by
Mayor Guo, given her claims of a simple upbringing.

Family background. There were discrepancies in Mayor Guo's birth certificate, including
the marital status of her parents. The senators suggested that some information in her
birth certificate might be false.

Lack of knowledge. Despite being in a public office, Mayor Guo appeared to have limited
knowledge about her own family background, such as her birth certificate.

Pogo involvement.The senators suggested that Mayor Guo was deeply involved in the
POGO industry, which is linked to various illegal activities.

Lie detector test. Senator Linden proposed that Mayor Guo undergo a lie detector test
to verify her statements.
SECOND SCENE

PROPOSE, REVIEW, AND ADOPT BILLS FOR ENACTMENT INTO LAW

House Bill No. 103 is a proposed law that aims to amend the Local Government Code to
allow for the removal of local officials involved in illegal activities related to Philippine
Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

The bill, introduced by Representative Kyla Supnet, passed through three readings in
the House of Representatives.

Amendment to the Local Government Code. The bill proposes adding a new ground for
removal of local officials: failure to disclose any financial interest or connection to a
POGO or POGO-related business.

Addressing Corruption and Illegal Activities. The bill aims to combat corruption and
illegal activities linked to the POGO industry by holding local officials accountable for
their involvement.

The bill was approved on third reading by the House of Representatives

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