Senate honors late Nueva Vizcaya governor Carlos Padilla

The Senate on Wednesday adopted a resolution expressing its sympathy and condolences following the death of Nueva Vizcaya Governor Carlos Padilla earlier this month.
 
During the plenary session, Senator Cynthia Villar sponsored Senate Resolution (SR) No. 610, which took into consideration SR Nos. 615 and 646.
 
Villar, in her speech, said the late Nacionalista Party (NP) stalwart was highly regarded by his colleagues and constituents and was known for his “warm, quiet dignity and genuine dedication to public service."
 
She also described Padilla as a “true statesman” who worked towards the country’s progress and improvement, especially on programs on education, infrastructure, sustainable livelihood, agri-fishery development, and clean energy, among others.
 
“His relentless efforts to improve the lives of the people of Nueva Vizcaya have left an indelible mark on the province, solidifying his legacy of service and dedication,” the senator said.
 
Padilla, who was serving his third and final term as governor, died on May 5 due to a heart attack. He was 78.
 
Prior to this, he spent 29 years as the representative of the Lone District of Nueva Vizcaya, including six years as a member of the Batasang Pambansa.
 
He also served as Deputy Speaker and Minority Leader while in Congress. He became a member of the Commission on Appointments and the House of Representatives Electoral Tribunal.

Apart from Villar, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri and Senators Francis Escudero, Bong Go, Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, Robin Padilla, Risa Hontiveros, Sonny Angara, Mark Villar, JV Ejercito, Ramon Revilla, and Loren Legarda paid tribute to the late veteran legislator.
 
On May 11, the House of Representatives honored Padilla, recalling his generosity and brilliance in public service. — VBL, GMA Integrated News