Senators have called for the immediate convening of the bicameral conference committee to reconcile differing versions of the wage hike bill, aiming to provide urgent income relief to private sector workers amid rising economic pressures.
The Senate approved a P100 increase last year, while the House recently passed a version proposing a P200 hike.
Senator Bong Go emphasized the importance of passing the bill during the current Congress session to address workers’ needs.
Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino highlighted the need to protect small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by including provisions that support these businesses.
Lawmakers, including Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, stressed the importance of balancing wage increases with potential economic impacts, such as layoffs, to ensure a fair outcome for all stakeholders.
Source: PhilNews24 | June 9, 2025
SENATORS URGE SWIFT BICAMERAL DISCUSSIONS ON WAGE HIKE LEGISLATION
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