The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) has filed House Bill No. 3808 to give 14th month pay to all workers in the private sector after almost half a century since 1976 when the 13th month pay was required by Presidential Decree No. 851. Senate Minority Leader Vicente "Tito" Sotto III has also filed a bill requiring private employers to grant workers a 14th month pay.
“Ang pagkakaroon ng panukala sa parehong kapulungan ng Kongreso ay patunay na hindi na sapat ang 13th month pay at panahon na para sa 14th month pay na matagal nang hinihintay ng ating mga manggagawa. Once this 14th Month Pay Bill is enacted, workers will get their 13th month pay earlier in June and will get the additional 14th month pay in December. Mayroon nang pang-matrikula para sa mga anak sa pasukan sa Hunyo, mayroon pang pang-noche buena sa pasko para sa buong pamilya!,” stated TUCP Party-list Representative and Deputy Speaker Raymond Democrito C. Mendoza.
Aware that some distressed companies may not be able to comply right away, the bill provides exemptions but subject to the strict approval by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
“These exemptions prove that we heed the concerns of employers, especially those who are struggling. But let us be clear: when workers receive more and better benefits, they are not only happier but more motivated and productive at work. And when productivity rises, so does profitability. Working families become more comfortable as businesses and the economy grow stronger. Together, we can make this 14th month pay work not only for our workers but our employers and the country,” explained Mendoza.
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