The House of Representatives is proposing to cut P1 billion from Vice President Sara Duterte’s 2025 budget, primarily from socioeconomic programs deemed redundant. The OVP initially requested a P2.03-billion budget, but low usage of current program funds and inadequate documentation raised concerns. House members emphasized that remaining funds should align with the VP’s mandate, and Castro suggested redirecting P10 million for Duterte’s book project to the Department of Education. Vice President Duterte, absent from hearings, claimed the hearings were “scripted.” Despite budget reductions, some lawmakers oppose setting the OVP budget to a symbolic P1.
HOUSE PLANS MAJOR BUDGET CUT FOR OVP, SEEKS REALIGNMENT TO SOCIAL SERVICES
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