Hontiveros hails removal of execution bond from Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers

Senator Risa Hontiveros hailed on Thursday the deletion of the controversial provision that would have mandated the payment of the execution bond as a victory for seafarers, especially those whose finances are strained due to medical costs.

The Senate Deputy Minority Leader noted that had the provision remained, it would have required seafarers to pay a bond before monetary benefits arising from their disability are given to them. “This law is for every seafarer regarded as modern heroes because of their contributions to our country and, of course, to their families,” the senator said.

Conferees on the part of the House of Representatives include Reps. Jude Acidre, Sandro Gonzalez, Marlyn Primicias-Agabas, Khymer Adan Olaso, and Marissa ‘Del Mar’ Magsino.

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