Senate President Win Gatchalian prioritized economic relief and recovery as the 20th Congress opened its second regular session on July 27, 2026.His agenda includes legislative measures to increase workers' take-home pay, amend the Rice Tariffication Law, and strengthen consumer protection through the Energy Regulatory Commission bill.

Gatchalian emphasized that national progress cannot thrive if families struggle to meet basic needs, highlighting the need for policies that address inflation, energy costs, and infrastructure development.The proposed 'ginhawa' bill aims to exempt low-income earners from taxes and protect overtime and holiday pay.Additionally, the Senate will push for transparency in fuel pricing and a 30-year infrastructure roadmap.However, the session faced challenges due to a divided Senate, with key senators absent or involved in legal issues.These measures reflect a focus on stabilizing the economy and improving public welfare through legislative action.