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Seguro enacts free public transport for veterans nationwide
President António José Seguro has enacted a law establishing free public transport for veterans across the country.
The President of the Republic, António José Seguro, has enacted a decree establishing free public transport for veterans nationwide. This measure was approved in a final vote on July 17 during the last plenary session of the Assembleia da República.
According to reports, the amendment to the law eliminates geographic restrictions that previously limited the application of free transport. Previously, there was a 32 km limit that restricted the use of certain types of passes.
The proposal was approved with the support of all parties in the Assembly, except for the PCP (Portuguese Communist Party) and Livre, which voted against the measure. The main goal is to ensure access to public transport at no cost for veterans.
The promotion of free transport for veterans represents a significant shift in public transport policy, aiming to provide effective support to this group.
Other similar initiatives have been discussed in various spheres of government, highlighting the importance of supporting those who served in the armed forces.
With this enactment, there is an expectation that veterans nationwide will benefit from this new regulation, promoting their inclusion in public transport. The impact of this measure will be monitored to assess its effectiveness and reach.