THE Senate blue ribbon panel has cited for contempt all contractors who failed to appear at Monday’s hearing regarding anomalous flood control projects.
The move underscores the Senate’s determination to investigate allegations of corruption and irregularities in the implementation of critical infrastructure projects.
Senator Ronald dela Rosa made the motion to cite for contempt all invited guests who were properly served subpoenas but did not attend the September 1 investigation.
The panel is seeking to compel the contractors to provide information and answer questions related to the flood control projects under scrutiny. The contempt citation could lead to the contractors’ arrest and detention until they agree to appear before the committee.
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