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Wed, December 11, 2024
[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ] - GMA Network
Senators 'sad, disappointed' over cuts in 2025 budget

Senators 'sad, disappointed' over cuts in 2025 budget


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Published in Science and Technology on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 at 14:02 GMT by GMA Network   Print publication without navigation

  • Several senators on Wednesday expressed disappointment over the cuts in funding for some items in the final version of the General Appropriations Bill (GAB) which contains the P6.352-trillion national budget for 2025.

The article from GMA Network discusses the reactions of several Philippine senators to the proposed cuts in the 2025 national budget. Senators expressed sadness and disappointment over the reductions in funding for various government agencies and programs. Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III highlighted the need for a thorough review of the budget to ensure that essential services are not compromised. Senator Risa Hontiveros pointed out the potential negative impacts on social services, particularly in education and health sectors. Meanwhile, Senator Francis Escudero emphasized the importance of balancing fiscal responsibility with the necessity of funding critical programs. The senators called for a detailed examination of the budget to address these concerns and ensure that the cuts do not hinder national development and public welfare.

Read the Full GMA Network Article at:
[ https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/929718/senators-sad-disappointed-over-cuts-in-2025-budget/story/ ]

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