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Bam Aquino asks gov't agencies for 'real flood control budget'
Senator Bam Aquino has threatened to remove the P275 billion flood control budget from the proposed 2026 national budget if funds are not allocated based on genuine need and flood-prone areas, rather than political divisions.
He issued this directive to government agencies, including the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), during the Senate Committee on Finance hearing on the 2026 national budget.
Aquino stated that agencies have until the end of the budget period to present a revised plan that prioritizes areas truly needing flood control.
His warning follows allegations of anomalous and 'ghost' flood control projects, with the Commission on Audit (COA) expected to file charges against DPWH officials and contractors this month.
Manuel Bonoan has resigned as DPWH Secretary and has been replaced by Vince Dizon, who is tasked with presenting the revised flood control budget to the Senate.
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