House backs DOTr bid to relax distancing rules in public transport - Manila Bulletin

House backs DOTr bid to relax distancing rules in public transport

The chairperson of the House Committee on Economic Affairs on Saturday, Sept. 12, said loosening the strict physical distancing in public transport is a much-needed move that will help gradually revive the country’s economy amid the COVID 19 pandemic.

“We have consistently pushed and lobbied for this because this the primary and most important component in reviving our economy,’said Garin. “Without public transport, people can’t go to work and businesses won’t operate. The wheels of the economy won’t start turning without ample public transportation,” stressed Garin.

The House Committee on Transportation has also batted for the grant of wider leeway for the resumption of operations of other means of public transport.

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