MANILA, Philippines — A measure that aims to give cash assistance to families affected by the coronavirus pandemic has been filed in the House of Representatives.
House Bill No. 8597 proposes the creation of the Bangon Pamilyang Pilipino (BPP) Assistance Program wherein each Filipino family shall receive one-time cash assistance of P10,000 or P1,500 per family member, whichever is higher.
The BPP aid program is different from the social amelioration scheme provided under the Bayanihan measures, according to the bill.
Based on the proposed legislation, the following shall be given priority in the distribution of the BPP cash assistance:
Poorest of the poor;
Senior citiz…
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