Senate Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito has urged Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to voluntarily forgo his salary and allowances due to his prolonged absence from the Senate, which began in November 2025. Ejercito stated that public servants, like ordinary Filipinos, should adhere to a "no work, no pay" principle, emphasizing accountability to the people. He also noted that the Senate currently lacks a formal "no work, no pay" policy, requiring amendments to its rules to compel attendance or address such situations. The Senate committee on ethics and privileges is preparing to review pending complaints, including one against Dela Rosa, with rules for deliberation recently secured.