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LGUs obtain more funds to fight virus
Local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines can utilize funds for development projects to address the COVID-19 pandemic.
This is made possible through a joint memorandum circular from the Departments of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and Budget and Management (DBM).
LGUs are allowed to use 20 percent of their annual Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA), amounting to at least P130 billion, for COVID-19 related expenses.
These funds can be used for personal protective equipment (PPE), testing kits, hospital equipment, and food assistance.
Purchasing fixtures, furniture, and motor vehicles using these funds is prohibited.
LGUs will receive copies of the circular to guide them in passing ordinances for budget realignment.
The decision to allow the use of development funds was prompted by concerns from some LGU officials about potential depletion of pandemic response funds.
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