Department of Migrant Workers

Bill To Protect Rights, Interests of Filipino Seafarers Passed on Final Reading in The House

The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a measure that seeks to protect the rights and interests of Filipino seafarers, ensuring that they have “full protection” before, during, and after employment, especially in the event of maritime accidents, epidemics or pandemics, or other natural or man-made crisis. Voting 304 against 4, the chamber overwhelmingly voted to pass…