Who is excluded from receiving this one-off RM500 payment?

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Drivers Receiving Other Aid Are Excluded from the RM500 Express Bus Driver Payment

Express bus drivers who have already received special financial assistance for other transport sectors, specifically school bus, tour bus, taxi, or e-hailing services, are ineligible for the one-off RM500 payment. This targeted aid is exclusively designated for individuals employed as express bus drivers.
Specific Eligibility Criteria for Express Bus Drivers

To qualify for the RM500 assistance, an individual must be a Malaysian citizen, employed by a registered express bus company, and actively contributing to the Social Security Organisation (Socso). Furthermore, they must possess a valid Vocational Licence, with considerations given to the licence renewal exemption period granted by the Ministry of Transport throughout 2021.
Government Allocation and Application Process

A total of RM3.3 million has been allocated for this one-off assistance, benefiting an estimated 6,600 express bus drivers nationwide under the Pemerkasa Plus initiative. Only express bus companies or operators holding valid licences or permits from the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) or the Sabah and Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licencing Board (CVLB) are eligible to apply on behalf of their employees.
Distribution and Broader Support Measures

Express bus companies and operators are required to submit comprehensive details of their eligible employees to APAD or the respective CVLB offices to facilitate the distribution of funds. Beyond this direct financial aid, the Ministry of Transport is collaborating with other agencies and associations to develop guidelines and safe operating procedures for bus operators in preparation for the resumption of normal services, particularly once inter-state travel restrictions are lifted.

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