Press Release - Tulfo elated over passage into law of Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers

Committee on Migrant Workers Chairperson Sen. Raffy Tulfo expressed elation over the passage into law of Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers which institutionalizes

the rights that will protect our seafarers.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed into law Monday, September 23, Republic Act 12021 or the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers in a Ceremonial Signing at Malacañang Palace.

Tulfo, principal sponsor and one of the main authors of "Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers" bill at the Senate, said the signing of this new law is "a fitting tribute to all our seafarers" as we celebrate the 25th Maritime Week and 29th National Seafarer's Day on September 29, 2024.

This year's celebration has a theme: " Marinong Pilipino, Ligtas na Paglalayag," in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 828 series of 1996 under Pres. Fidel V. Ramos.

The Senator from Isabela and Davao thanked the President for showing his utmost love and concern for seafarers with the signing of Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers bill into law.

Tulfo is equally thankful to his colleagues for their support for this measure, especially Senate President Chiz Escudero who helped push for its swift passage.

Moreover, Tulfo also thanked the seafarers and their union, including the Associated Marine Officers' and Seamen's Union of the Philippines for their contribution.

Tulfo hopes that this new law will properly be implemented to ensure that seafarers will receive the support and protection they need.

Tulfo lubos ang saya sa pagkapasa ng Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers

Masaya si Committee on Migrant Workers Chairperson Sen. Raffy Tulfo sa pagpasa sa batas ng Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers na magbibigay ng sapat na proteksyon sa karapatan ng bawat marinong Pilipino.

Pinirmahan na ni Pangulong Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. ang Republic Act No. 12021 ngayong araw, September 23 sa Ceremonial Hall sa Malacañang Palace ngayong araw, September 23.

Sinabi ni Tulfo, na principal sponsor at isa sa mga main authors ng "Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers" bill sa Senado na ang pagsasabatas nito ay "fitting tribute to all our seafarers" habang ipinagdiriwang natin ang 25th Maritime Week at 29th National