The Municipality of La Florida began distributing gas vouchers on May 16 to thousands of vulnerable households in the commune. Mayor Daniel Reyes emphasized that the benefit aims to ease the impact of rising fuel prices and winter cold.
The first stage of the distribution started on May 16 with municipal funds. The plan includes two deliveries in 2026, one in May and another in June, to reach nearly 90 percent of people registered in the Social Household Registry within the 90 percent most vulnerable segment.
Mayor Daniel Reyes explained that requirements include an updated registry, a valid Chilean identity card and residence in the commune. Migrants may only apply if they hold permanent residency. Reyes called for solidarity so that those who do not need the benefit refrain from requesting it and prioritize families who truly require it.
The mayor warned that any sale of the vouchers on social media will be strictly monitored. Irregularities will be reported to the Public Ministry. Reyes also questioned the national gas subsidy schedule, which could be delivered between August and September, and considered the municipal aid more timely.
