The Philippine Senate has passed a bill granting the President authority to suspend excise taxes on petroleum products to provide immediate relief from rising global oil prices, with extensive safeguards and fiscal considerations.
The House of Representatives aims to pass a bill granting the President emergency powers to temporarily reduce or suspend excise taxes on petroleum products to address soaring global oil prices and provide public relief.
The Philippine House of Representatives has passed a bill allowing President Marcos Jr. to temporarily reduce or suspend excise taxes on petroleum products during economic crises, aiming to mitigate rising fuel costs and their impact on transportation and
The Department of Budget and Management refutes claims of withholding funds for public works, citing strict adherence to the 2026 General Appropriations Act and proper procurement protocols.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. personally oversaw the distribution of P5,000 financial assistance to public utility vehicle drivers in Manila, with 139,000 tricycle drivers set to benefit from 30 payout centers across Metro Manila.
Senator Imee Marcos files a bill to grant President Marcos Jr. authority to suspend VAT on petroleum products for up to a year during emergencies, aiming to reduce pump prices and aid affected sectors like drivers and farmers.
Philippine Senate panels approve measures to allow President Marcos Jr. to suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products as global oil prices exceed $100 per barrel, aiming to cushion households from rising costs.
A new bill filed in the House aims to grant the President authority to temporarily suspend or reduce oil excise taxes during economic crises or global price surges, targeting relief for Filipinos.
A House committee has approved a bill empowering President Marcos to temporarily suspend or reduce fuel excise taxes to protect Filipinos from global oil price hikes during national or international economic emergencies.
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Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez expressed satisfaction as a bill granting President Marcos Jr. authority to temporarily suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products advances, aiming to ease public burden amid oil price volatility.
The House Committee on Ways and Means approved a consolidated bill granting the President authority to suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products for up to six months when global oil prices surge, aiming to mitigate economic impacts from Middle
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. plans to certify a bill granting him emergency powers to reduce fuel excise taxes, aiming to address rising fuel prices amid Middle East tensions.
The 'Usapang Budget Natin' Forum in Cebu City emphasized participatory governance and budget transparency, with officials discussing how the 2026 national budget aligns with local development priorities amid rising enrollment and funding challenges.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announced a supplemental budget to cover increasing garbage hauling expenses, ensuring no cuts to existing programs. The city faces higher costs due to fuel prices and a distant landfill in Aloguinsan.
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Pampanga Representative Carmelo Lazatin files resolution supporting a four-day work week in government offices to reduce energy consumption and costs, citing his successful implementation as Angeles City mayor.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announces a proposal to grant temporary power to cut excise tax on petroleum if Dubai crude exceeds $80 per barrel, aiming to mitigate economic impacts.
A new House bill proposes granting the President authority to suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products during national or global economic emergencies, aiming to mitigate fuel price spikes.
The LTFRB advises qualified beneficiaries to validate or replace their cards for fuel subsidies to prevent delays in fund distribution, as President Marcos Jr. announces plans for targeted aid amid rising oil prices.
The Cebu Provincial Development Council has endorsed a massive P66.68 billion proposal for infrastructure and education projects, focusing on climate-resilient schools and coastal protection, now headed for the 2027 national budget consideration.
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Cebu City faces a multi-million peso budget shortfall as waste disposal costs soar following a deadly landslide that closed its main landfill, forcing expensive long-distance hauling.
Cebu Province will allocate its P8.9 billion 2025 revenue to priority programs and infrastructure, with strict budget monitoring to address a P3 billion gap and ensure balanced spending.
The Department of Education will invest P51.45 billion in Central Visayas for 2026, focusing on classroom construction, disaster recovery, teacher hiring, digital tools, and feeding programs to enhance education quality and resilience.
Cebu City receives P145 million from the National Government's Local Government Support Fund to construct public school buildings and fund local subsidies, addressing classroom shortages and overcrowding.
The Office of the Chief Minister-Marawi Rehabilitation Program has released P1.8 million in labor cost subsidies to 30 internally displaced persons to support home reconstruction in areas affected by the 2017 Marawi siege.
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Cebu City has allocated zero funds for its 2026 Charter Day bonus, citing COA warnings and a P91-million deficit. Mayor Archival's alternative leave credit plan faces legal hurdles, with no quick fix in sight.
House Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander Marcos has filed a bill to provide free electricity to low-consumption households, aiming to replace the current lifeline rate system with direct government funding for fairness and transparency.
The House Young Guns coalition expresses strong support for President Marcos Jr.'s reformed Lifeline Rate Subsidy Program, which automatically provides free electricity to 4Ps beneficiaries without application.
Cebu's Provincial Development Council has approved over P107 billion in proposed projects for 2027, focusing on infrastructure, social development, and environmental sustainability to boost the province's growth and quality of life.
Senator Panfilo Lacson expresses confidence that the Senate will support his committee report on irregularities in DPWH flood control projects, citing solid evidence of fund misuse.
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A new bill in the House of Representatives aims to provide a universal pension of P1,000 per month to all senior citizens, regardless of existing SSS or GSIS benefits, addressing gaps in current laws.
