MANILA, Philippines—The debate is still raging in Congress over proposals to provide another lifeline, worth P1,000 each, to Filipinos who are still reeling from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic after losing their jobs or taking hefty pay cuts.
Pending in two House committees—economic affairs and social services—is the proposed Bayanihan to Arise As One, or Bayanihan 3, which seeks to help the Philippines transition to a post-pandemic time.
Among its many provisions, however, one is drawing the most attention—another set of ayuda, or assistance, in the form of P1,000 per beneficiary.
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The Bayanihan 3 bill, which …
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