Manila Bulletin
On Labor Day: Romualdez highlights PBBM-approved labor reforms
Members of the House of Representatives highlighted their pro-labor legislative accomplishments on Labor Day, emphasizing their commitment to improving the lives of Filipino workers.
Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez cited the Trabaho Para sa Bayan Act as a national roadmap designed to align skills with job opportunities and bridge the gap between labor supply and industry demand.
The New Agrarian Emancipation Act was enacted, forgiving over ₱57 billion in land debt for more than 600,000 farmers, providing them with a fresh start.
Other key legislations passed include the institutionalization of free legal aid for uniformed personnel, the Welfare of Caregivers Act, and the Eddie Garcia Law.
Additionally, measures were approved to increase service incentive leaves for workers from five to 10 days, provide protection for freelancers, and institutionalize the Tupad program for disadvantaged or displaced workers.
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