THE HOUSE of Representatives has approved on third and final reading House Bill No. 7628, which seeks to integrate a Personal Financial Literacy course into the curriculum of technical-vocational institutions and programs under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority.

Authored by Cavite Rep. Lani Mercado-Revilla, the measure aims to strengthen the financial literacy of Filipino students, workers, and trainees nationwide.

Under the bill, financial education will be institutionalized within the Technical-Vocational Education and Training system, ensuring that graduates of tech-voc programs possess not only technical competencies but also essential financial knowledge.

Mercado-Revilla said integrating financial literacy into tech-voc education will help young Filipinos develop responsible money habits, including disciplined spending, proper income management, and avoiding unnecessary debt.

She added that the measure will also prepare learners for long-term financial goals such as starting businesses, owning homes, financing education, and planning for retirement.

The lawmaker stressed that combining financial education with technical training will better equip Filipino trainees to manage their earnings and build a more secure financial future.