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ILS joins TCLM in reviewing the Enterprise-Based Education and Training Framework Act

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MANILA CITY – The Technical Committee on Legislative Matters (TCLM) convened to review the draft Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act on February 19, in the Department of Labor and Employment, Intramuros, Manila.

This significant legislative initiative aims to enhance the Philippines' employment-based education and training programs. The committee's discussions focused on aligning the IRR with the law's objectives of harmonizing industry requirements with workforce development through structured training and educational programs.

During the meeting, TCLM members provided valuable insights on key sections of the IRR to ensure clarity, enforceability, and consistency with the law.

“In crafting the IRR, our goal is to create guidelines that provide the Filipino workforce with opportunities to gain new skills and competencies, meet the labor market demand for human resources that are well-trained and adaptable to evolving skill and competency requirements in the rapidly changing world of work and strengthen existing programs under the EBET framework,” said TESDA Executive Director Floramel Joy C. Songsong.  “We are committed to ensuring that these regulations are clear, practical, and aligned with the overarching goals of the EBET Framework Act,” she added.

In addition to the EBET Framework Act, the TCLM also reviewed updates to the draft IRR of the Caregivers Welfare Act and other pertinent labor policies and regulations, including Department Orders 174 (Contracting and Sub-contracting) and 156 (Fishing).

As technical reviewers of legislative proposals and implementing rules, the TCLM ensures that laws and issuances effectively address labor and employment issues.

The committee's recommendations will be forwarded for further assessment with stakeholders and final approval to ensure the effective implementation of these essential regulations. ILS served as the secretariat of the TCLM and was on top of documenting and consolidating the members' inputs for discussion.

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