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DSWD hopes to complete distribution of second tranche of cash aid within June
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) aims to finish the distribution of the second tranche of the emergency subsidy program (ESP) within June.
The cash grant for the government social amelioration program ranges from P5,000 to P8,000 per month.
Areas qualified to receive the second tranche are those under enhanced community quarantine for the entire month of May, including NCR, Region 3, Aurora, Region 4A, Benguet, Pangasinan, Cebu City, Bacolod City, and Davao City.
The DSWD is awaiting certified lists of an additional five million qualified beneficiaries from local government units.
Secretary Rolando Bautista emphasized the importance of validation to ensure only eligible recipients receive aid and to prevent multiple claims.
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