A party-list lawmaker on Monday expressed gratitude to his colleagues in the House of Representatives and the members of his legislative staff for a productive first full year in Congress that resulted in seven authored bills being signed into law and 93 other measures approved by the House on third and final reading.
In a post in his official Facebook page, Rep. Wilbert T Lee of AGRI party-list group also thanked his family for their patience and support as he stressed that he was very blessed owing to their patience and indulgence.
“Matindi din ang demands ng public service kasi hindi lang isa boss mo; maraming humihingi ng tulong at maraming kailangang tulungan… Hindi ko magagawa ang tungkulin ko kung wala ang suporta ng aking pamilya,” said Lee in the post.
(The demands of public service are also strong because you have not only one boss; numerous people are asking for help just as there are several that needed assistance. I cannot do my duty without the support of my family,” Lee said in Fillipino.
The Bicolano lawmaker also thanked his colleagues in Congress, as he admitted that it was his first time to work in government, “although I have a lots of experience in the field of business, I have zero experience in government work, especially legislation.)
“But through the kindness of my colleagues in Congress, I learned the ropes and was able to serve my constituents better. Thank you so much to the House leadership and all my colleagues in Congress.”
The lawmaker likewise heaped praise on his hardworking staff in Congress, whom he thanked for their commitment and dedication. “Your work will benefit a lot of our countrymen,” said Lee.
“Thank you for a job well done. In 2023, seven of our bills were signed into law, while 93 of the bills we principally authored and co-authored were passed by Congress on third reading, “ he added.
Included in the bills authored by Lee that were passed into law are Republic Act (RA) 11953 or the New Agrarian Emancipation Act, RA 11956 or the Estate Tax Amnesty Extension Act and RA 11967 or the Internet Transactions Act of 2023, among others.
Lee emphasized that despite the work already done, there’s a lot more to be done.
“They need jobs, affordable food, and free medical care. In 2024, we will hit the ground running because the more we accomplish, the more people we can help.”