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WRAP: Why workers blame Marcos Jr. for Congress’ failed wage hike bills
Lawmakers are blaming President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for the failure of wage hike bills in Congress.
Gabriela Rep. Arlene Brosas accused the President of willful inaction, stating he could have certified the measure as urgent.
The House approved House Bill 11376 for a ₱200 daily increase, while the Senate passed Senate Bill 2534 for a ₱100 hike.
Congress adjourned without a bicameral conference to reconcile the differing wage increase amounts, leading to the bills' demise.
The Palace has adopted a hands-off approach, with Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stating the issue should be left to Congress.
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines called the outcome a failure of political will from the Executive and Legislative branches.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. is not opposed to a wage increase for workers, Malacañang clarified.
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House spokesperson Atty. Princess Abante accused the Senate of "killing" the proposed P200 minimum wage hike bill, stating that senators refused to convene a bicameral conference committee.
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The 19th Congress adjourned its third regular session without ratifying the proposed wage hike bill, preventing it from being sent to President Marcos for his signature.
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Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas said the minimum wage hike bill may still be ratified by the Senate and House before adjournment.
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The Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food, Inc. (PCAFI) urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to block the P200 daily minimum wage hike approved by the House of Representatives.
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