House approves P7.2-trillion 2027 budget on second reading; final vote eyed Oct. 12
The House of Representatives approved the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027 on second reading through a voice vote on Wednesday, BusinessWorld and Philstar reported. Amendments realigned around P116 billion, including P25 billion for social welfare crisis aid and P20.86 billion for agriculture, Philstar said; BusinessWorld noted concerns over the lack of details on the realignments. Third-reading approval is expected on October 12.
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