AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours ago2027 Budget Scrutiny: The House starts hearings on the P7.2-trillion 2027 national budget, with lawmakers vowing tighter checks on spending and “lump sums,” while the Senate signals it will also scrutinize confidential and flood control funds for misuse. Impeachment Rules: House prosecution adviser Ace Barbers says the sub judice rule must apply to VP Sara Duterte and everyone else in the impeachment trial, as the Senate prepares to rule on possible violations. Local Funds & Patronage Risk: Economist Cielo Magno warns that the growing Local Government Support Fund (nearly P60B) should follow clear congressional rules, not executive discretion, to prevent political patronage ahead of 2028. Education Support: DBM releases P9.75B in arrears to 108 state universities and colleges to keep free higher education running. Agriculture Protection: The House approves a stronger crop insurance bill expanding PCIC coverage for farmers and fisherfolk against disasters and diseases. Power Market Watch: ERC says it will study Ramon Ang’s stake in Lopez Inc. for possible affiliate/control issues that could affect competition rules. Quezon City angle: Expect more local impact as budget, education, and disaster-response funding decisions move from hearings to final allocations.
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