MANILA, Philippines — The Makabayan bloc is pushing for the non-expiry of airline travel funds and the implementation of a faster refund system for flights affected by drawn-out natural disasters and pandemics.
Under House Bill No. 9516 filed on May 29, a copy of which was sent to the media on Tuesday, a uniform scheme for refund and rebooking of airline tickets in flights affected by prolonged natural disasters and pandemics shall be implemented.
The Makabayan lawmakers pointed out that current rules and regulations on rebooking and travel refunds only rely on the unilateral guidelines set by the airline companies.
“While travel is put on halt, one of the issues that will…
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