House approves travel tax abolition bill on 2nd reading

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives approved a proposal to abolish the travel tax on second reading, easing the burden on Filipino travelers. At the plenary session on Wednesday, House Bill No. 8464 was approved via viva voce, or voice vote. House Committee on Tourism Chairperson and Romblon Rep. Eleandro Jesus Madrona sponsored the bill,