Manila, July 15 -- Malacanang on Wednesday expressed optimism that Congress would fast-track the passage of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s priority legislative measures, saying the proposed laws are intended to deliver immediate benefits to Filipinos.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the administration remains hopeful that lawmakers would approve the remaining priority bills despite the approaching budget season and the ongoing impeachment proceedings in the Senate.

"Umaasa po siya na ito ay mapapabilis kasi ito ay para talaga sa ating mga kababayan - so, mas gusto niya po itong maipasa agad (He is hoping that they can be expedited because these are for the benefit of our countrymen. He wants these measures passed as soon a...