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Gatchalian: Senators consider scrapping ₱270-B flood control budget
The Senate is considering scrapping the P270 billion allocation for the Department of Public Works and Highways' flood control projects in 2026.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, cited numerous "red flags" and alleged irregularities, including duplicated and ghost projects, within the proposed budget.
The general sentiment among more than 12 senators present at a recent Development Budget Coordination Committee hearing is to reject questionable allocations.
If the DPWH does not address these issues, senators may transfer the substantial flood control fund, potentially to the education sector.
Senators are scrutinizing the budget proposal and will review any revisions made by the DPWH.
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