PHP 100 wage hike bill successfully passed the Senate second reading

On Wednesday, the Senate reached a significant milestone by approving on its second reading a groundbreaking measure advocating for a uniform increase of P100 in the daily minimum wage of private sector workers. Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri hailed this development as a heartfelt gesture to honor and support the labor force, emphasizing the symbolic timing of the decision on Valentine’s Day, a day synonymous with love and compassion.

Zubiri underscored the historical significance of this proposed legislation, highlighting that if enacted, it would mark the first nationwide mandated wage hike since the implementation of the Wage Rationalization Act in 1989, which delegated the authority to set wages regionally to wage boards. He expressed optimism regarding the bill’s advancement, noting that it has progressed further than any similar initiatives in the past.

Anticipating the bill’s final reading in the following week, Zubiri called upon members of the House of Representatives to collaborate and pass their version of the P100 wage hike measure. He emphasized the urgent need to address the current wage disparity, particularly in regions like Visayas and Mindanao, where workers earn as little as P360 per day, a wage deemed insufficient for sustaining a decent standard of living.

Zubiri expressed deep appreciation for his Senate colleagues’ unanimous support, recognizing their collective commitment to improving the welfare of Filipino families. He reiterated the Senate’s dedication to responding to the nation’s plea for fair wages, emphasizing that their actions go beyond mere acknowledgment, translating into concrete measures aimed at uplifting the lives of hardworking citizens.

News: PHP 100 wage hike bill successfully passed the Senate second reading