House panel hearings on 2027 GAB finished on schedule
The Philippine House of Representatives has concluded its committee-level hearings on the record-breaking P7.2-trillion 2027 General Appropriations Bill. The measure is now on track for a third-reading passage by October 9.
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This budget is the largest in Philippine history and is critical for the country's fiscal policy and government operations for the 2027 fiscal year.
Manila Bulletin - House panel hearings on 2027 GAB finished on schedule
House panel hearings on 2027 GAB finished on schedule
The House Appropriations Committee completed per‑agency hearings on the record P7.2‑trillion 2027 GAB on Sept. 8, following a motion by Senior Deputy Speaker Ferdinand Hernandez.
Chair Rep. Mika Suansing confirmed the timeline was met, keeping the measure on track for Oct. 9 passage on third reading.
The final hearings included DOLE and DSWD, with DOLE nearly deferred but ultimately concluded after eight hours.
Nueva Ecija 1st district Rep. Mikaela Angela "Mika" Suansing (Facebook)
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