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Senator on Bicol flooding: 'What happened to region's P61B flood control budget'
Senator Joel Villanueva is questioning the allocation of P61.42 billion in flood control funds for the Bicol region for 2023 and 2024, demanding transparency from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
Villanueva refuted social media claims that Bicol's flood control budget was only P9 billion, stating that the DPWH's budget for flood control in the region was P29.4 billion in 2023 and P31.9 billion in 2024.
He announced his intention to closely scrutinize the budget allocation during upcoming national budget deliberations in the Senate.
The senator aims to ensure that these funds are effectively utilized for flood control projects and programs that have a tangible impact.
Villanueva's inquiry comes as the Bicol region has been severely affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that Bicol logged the highest number of affected individuals nationwide, with over 1.86 million people impacted.
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Senator Imee Marcos is demanding a full accounting of the P132 billion allocated for flood control projects in the Bicol region, following the devastation caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
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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.
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Senate President Francis Escudero announced that the Senate will closely examine the flood control programs within the proposed 2025 national budget following the devastating impact of severe tropical storm Trami.
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