House OKs bill expanding benefits for solo parents

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The proposed bill grants solo parents a 10% discount on basic necessities for their children, such as clothing, diapers, and milk.

The House of Representatives approved a bill that would grant discounts and other benefits to solo parents.on 3rd and final reading on Tuesday, January 19.

The bill also entitles solo parents to at least 7 days of paid parental leave if they have rendered service to their place of work for at least 6 months. The Department of Labor and Employment, meanwhile, would be tasked to establish child-minding centers and ensure there are breastfeeding areas in all workplaces.

 

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