Senator Joel Villanueva hailed the recent signing of the First-time Jobseekers Assistance Act (RA 11261) which waives fees and charges on government documents needed by first-time jobseekers for their employment. Under the law, individuals who seek employment for the first time will be able to secure identification documents and clearances issued by government for free. […]
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Senator Joel Villanueva hailed the passage of Senate Bill No. 1629 or the “First-time Jobseekers Assistance Act” on third and final reading with 18 affirmative votes, no negative vote, and zero abstention. The measure exempts fresh graduates and out-of-school youth from paying government fees and charges on documents needed for their job application. Villanueva, chairperson […]