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Govt to extend appeals deadline for people who fail screening for welfare cards

Govt to extend appeals deadline for people who fail screening for welfare cards

11 Sept 10:39Key points summarised by AI
  • The Transport and Interior ministries have agreed to revamp state welfare card eligibility rules, primarily addressing vehicle ownership issues that disqualified many applicants.
  • New regulations now permit eligibility for owners of cars over 20 years old, or motorcycles over 15 years old with engine capacity not exceeding 300cc, and also include non-formal education students.
  • The Cabinet will propose extending the period for subsidy application appeals until September 20, with district offices introducing 'One Stop Service' to facilitate the reconsideration process.
  • These amendments aim to ensure more eligible poor citizens receive the monthly 300 baht subsidy and other benefits, after many were initially denied due to strict screening criteria.
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