₱200 Wage Hike Bill Passes House: Hope and Uncertainty for Filipino Workers

Proposed ₱200 Daily Wage Hike Passes Philippine House, Awaits Senate Approval Private sector minimum wage earners in the Philippines are eagerly awaiting the Senate's decision on a proposed ₱200 daily wage increase. The House of Representatives has already approved the bill, raising hopes for much-needed financial relief. GMA Integrated News recently reported on the matter, interviewing several workers to gauge their reactions. "The additional ₱200 would be a big help," said Danrey Guiron, a construction worker. "It would go a long way in covering daily expenses for my family." Another interviewee, Jenny Atencia, a call center agent, expressed similar sentiment, while acknowledging that even with the increase, the cost of living remains a challenge. The bill's passage in the House marks a significant step toward improving the lives of minimum wage workers. The Senate's decision will determine whether this much-needed wage hike becomes a reality, potentially providing substantial relief to countless Filipino families.