Naturalization bills for two athletes delayed due to Senate gridlock

MANILA, Philippines — As the Senate failed to hold its plenary session for the second consecutive day, naturalization bills involving two athletes remain delayed, leaving their playing eligibility in limbo. The two bills, specifically House Bill Numbers 6639 and 6644, are currently awaiting approval on third and final reading. It seeks to grant Philippine citizenship to basketball athlete Bennie Francois Boatwright III and wrestler Matthew James Ramos. In a chance interview with reporters, Filipino-American Ramos said he plans to show up every day in hopes of seeing his naturalization be passed in spite of uncertainty surrounding when the Senate will […]...

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