AICS bill misses special session passage over 'anti-epal' provision (opens original article in a new tab)

A bill to institutionalize the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program failed to pass during Congress's special session due to disagreements over a provision banning politicians from participating in aid distribution, leading to a deadlock between the Senate and House.

• AICS bill failed to pass during Congress's special session due to disagreement over 'anti-epal' provision.
• The provision bars politicians from participating in cash aid distribution, leading to a deadlock between Senate and House.
• The bill will now go through a bicameral conference committee for resolution after President Marcos's State of the Nation Address.