House to miss Oct 9 target for 2027 budget's 3rd reading passage
The Philippine House of Representatives has delayed the final passage of the 2027 national budget from October 9 to October 12. The extension was requested to allow more time for plenary sessions to finalize the record-breaking ₱7.2-trillion spending bill.
Why it matters
As the largest budget in Philippine history, its timely passage is critical for national infrastructure and economic planning.
Manila Bulletin - House to miss Oct 9 target for 2027 budget's 3rd reading passage
House to miss Oct 9 target for 2027 budget's 3rd reading passage
The House moved its target for final approval of the ₱7.2-trillion 2027 national budget from Oct. 9 to Oct. 12 by seeking Senate consent to extend sessions.
The budget bill was not taken up on second reading Monday, making the original Oct. 9 target difficult under legislative rules.
If passed, the 2027 budget will be the largest national budget in Philippine history.
The House of Representatives (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN)
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