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Solon says no P9 billion flood control budget for Bicol
Ako Bicol Party-list Rep. Zaldy Co clarified that there is no "P9 billion budget" for flood control in the Bicol region, contrary to social media claims.
Co stated that Bicol actually has one of the smallest allocations for national road infrastructure and flood control projects nationwide.
He emphasized that the current administration's infrastructure strategy prioritizes integrating flood control with sustainable water management.
Flood control projects are being linked to water impounding facilities managed by the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) to support local farmlands.
This approach ensures that these projects contribute directly to the country's agricultural needs and food security.
Co also noted that Congress cut down on "unnecessary flood control expenditures" that do not provide long-term benefits.
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