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No confidential and intelligence funds are allotted for the Senate in 2026
MANILA, Philippines – The Division of Funds and Administration (DBM) has proposed a price range of P7.52 billion for the Senate in 2026, which is simply nearly half of its present price range of P13.9 billion.
Initially, the Senate requested P9.67 billion, however the DBM lowered it to P7.52 billion, allocating P3.77 billion for the chamber’s upkeep and different working bills (MOOE), and P3.99 billion for personnel companies.
The Senate has an automated appropriation of P246.6 million for retirement and life insurance coverage premiums. Automated appropriations are a part of authorities spending that don’t require annual legislative approval as a result of they’re mandated by current legal guidelines.
No confidential and intelligence funds have been allotted for the Senate in 2026.
On August 13, the Senate adopted a decision mandating the publication of key price range paperwork, livestreaming of hearings, and the institution of public suggestions mechanisms. Nonetheless, the measure nonetheless requires the concurrence of the Home of Representatives to take impact. – Rappler.com
