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Historic ₱1.044-Trillion education budget wins Senate approval
Education Secretary Sonny Angara expressed gratitude to the Senate for approving the Department of Education's (DepEd) record-high budget of PhP1.044 trillion for 2026, the largest in the country's history.
Angara stated that the Senate's endorsement signifies a national commitment to advancing President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s agenda for basic education.
Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel Zubiri expressed confidence that this sizable budget will accelerate classroom construction, improve teacher compensation, and ensure learners have access to necessary materials.
Senators, led by Finance Committee chair Sherwin Gatchalian, supported the budget, citing DepEd's clear reform direction under Angara's leadership.
Sen. Bam Aquino, chair of the Committee on Basic Education, echoed the sentiment of support, calling the budget a potential "fresh start" for the country's education system.
Sen. Pia Cayetano joined her colleagues in praising Angara for his work in the education sector since July 2024.
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