To check school violence: Lawmaker wants franchises for social media

Sep 21, 2026
MANILA, Philippines — The deadly school shooting in Banga, South Cotabato, has prompted a congressman to push for a measure requiring social media platforms to secure congressional franchises before operating in the Philippines, as authorities grapple with concerns over online content, school security, and youth violence. House Bill No. 4786, which Quezon Rep. David “Jayjay”