Navotas Representative Toby Tiangco proposes House Bill No. 4181 to grant all Filipino senior citizens a ₱1,000 monthly pension, regardless of SSS or GSIS status, aiming to bridge coverage gaps and ensure dignified living for all elderly Filipinos.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed government agencies to expedite payments to contractors who efficiently complete projects, aiming to boost the economy and ensure proper use of public funds.
Malacañang confirms DBM has released the P1.19 trillion 2026 National Tax Allotment for LGUs. President Marcos Jr. directs funds to reach communities quickly, prioritizing basic services and local governance.
The Department of Budget and Management has approved the full release of the P1.9 trillion National Tax Allotment for local government units in Fiscal Year 2026 to support essential services.
The Cebu Provincial Board introduces a new proposal to cap satellite office rentals at P15,000 monthly, clarifying P25,000 budget usage for utilities and rentals to enhance transparency in local government spending.
Cebu Technological University's performance review highlights structural inequities in State Universities and Colleges due to uniform subsidies under the Free Tertiary Education Law, affecting quality.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon assures reforms in agency fund spending after inspecting projects in Apalit, Pampanga, promising efficient use of budgets for public welfare.
The 2026 General Appropriations Act prohibits politicians from participating in cash aid distribution and using their names or images in government projects, aiming to curb 'epal' politics and ensure transparent assistance.
Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte says his district received no national funds since 2022, alleging a P5B offer. Details on allocables and the P51B Davao inquiry inside.
President Marcos Jr. signs the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, allocating over P1 trillion in NTA to LGUs. The budget strengthens local autonomy and disaster response funds. Read the full breakdown.
President Marcos signs the 2026 national budget, allocating over P1 trillion to local governments for enhanced public services and disaster resilience. Read the full breakdown.
Cebu's 2026 budget drops 52% to P11.9B, yet health, disaster response, and legislative offices receive significant increases. Governor Baricuatro trims 'bloated' spending.
Cebu's 2026 budget of P11.9 billion is now official after the Sangguniang Panlalawigan's special session. Read about the key details and the push for transparency.
The 2026 national budget prohibits politicians from participating in government cash assistance distribution. Learn about the new rules and which programs are affected.
A columnist links personal health concerns about pork to the controversial 'pork' in the 2026 national budget, questioning allocations like NTF-Elcac. Read his full analysis.
President Marcos signs the 2026 national budget but orders stricter, conditional release of funds. The DBM ensures fiscal discipline for the P6.793 trillion allocation. Read the details.
President Marcos signs the 2026 P6.793 trillion budget. DBM announces stricter, conditional fund release policies to ensure fiscal discipline and accountability. Learn the key provisions.
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry calls for the P6.79-trillion 2026 budget to focus on infrastructure, skills, trade, resilience, and food-water-energy security to drive inclusive growth.
President Marcos Jr. cuts P92.5B from the 2026 Unprogrammed Appropriations to strengthen fiscal safeguards. Discover which projects were vetoed and retained.
President Marcos Jr. signs the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture. Read about the key allocations and fiscal safeguards.
President Bongbong Marcos enacts the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture while promising strict anti-corruption safeguards.
ACT Teachers Partylist condemns the transfer of P43.24B in salary and pension funds to the 2026 Unprogrammed Appropriations, risking payment for teachers and uniformed personnel. Calls for presidential veto and supplemental budget.
Senator Imee Marcos explains her refusal to sign the 2026 General Appropriations Act, criticizing it as repackaged pork barrel. Discover the details of the P124.54B cuts and the political standoff.
Davao lawmakers oppose the ratified P6.79-trillion 2026 national budget, demanding transparency and accountability over unresolved 2025 corruption issues and executive interference. Read the full story.
The Senate ratified the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture for long-term growth. Discover the historic allocations.
The Senate approves the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, with massive allocations for education, health, and agriculture. Read the breakdown of key investments.
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
Davao City Council greenlights P187.3M supplemental budget for employee incentives. Learn about the SRI, gratuity pay, and the funding source.
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Cebu's Provincial Board recommends major budget cuts for the PIO and Sugbo News, citing excessive overtime pay and insufficient public service justification. Details inside.