A bill seeking to grant additional benefits to public Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) personnel is being pushed for inclusion in the priority agenda of the 20th Congress.

House Bill No. 5239, or the proposed Magna Carta for Public DRRM Workers, aims to improve the welfare of frontline responders by providing hazard allowances, access to protective equipment, medicines, free vaccines, and compensation for work-related injuries.

Parañaque 2nd District Representative Brian Yamsuan said he will raise the measure with House leaders and seek its consideration under the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC), citing the critical role and sacrifices of DRRM workers during disasters.

If enacted, the bill will also grant mandatory insurance coverage, medical and retirement benefits, and a monthly longevity pay equivalent to five percent of the basic salary for qualified personnel with at least five years of service.