HB05068: AN ACT INCREASING THE NORMAL WORK HOURS PER DAY UNDER THE COMPRESSED WORK WEEK SCHEME, AMENDING ARTICLES 83, 87 AND 91 OF PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 442, OTHERWISE KNOW AS THE LABOR CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, AS AMENDED
This bill proposes amending the Labor Code of the Philippines to increase the normal work hours per day under the compressed work week scheme. It aims to benefit both employers and employees by providing flexibility in work arrangements while maintaining the 48-hour workweek. The bill also seeks to promote competitiveness, efficiency, and productivity in businesses and industries by institutionalizing the compressed work week scheme.
The significant provision is the institutionalization of the compressed work week scheme, allowing employees to complete their work hours in less than six days, providing a better work-life balance and promoting employee well-being.