manila368 casino

Senator Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri (File photo from BIBO NUEVA ESPAÑA)

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri is hoping that the contentious provisions in the 2025 national budget bill will be addressed before it gets signed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.

In a text message to reporters on Wednesday, Zubiri said concerns that must be addressed include the reduced funding of the Department of Education’s computerization program and the zero funding for Philippine Health Insurance Corporation Inc. (PhilHealth).

Article continues after this advertisement

“That would help stave off possible legal action in the Supreme Court which might render a decision declaring the budget unconstitutional and, therefore, delay its implementation and effectivity,” said Zubiri.

FEATURED STORIES NEWSINFO Heavy to intense rains forecast in 4 Luzon areas from Dec. 26 to 28 NEWSINFO Not just ex-President Duterte: House panel flags VP Sara, too NEWSINFO Marcos OKs laws declaring special holidays in 9 areas

Marcos is set to sign into law on December 30 the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA) containing the proposed P6.3 trillion budget.

The signing of the GAA was initially scheduled for December 19 or 20 but this action was deferred since the measure was still being assessed by the president.

Article continues after this advertisement

According to Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, certain items and provisions of the national budget bill will be vetoed in the interest of public welfare.

Article continues after this advertisement

READ: Imee Marcos: President Marcos to sign 2025 budget bill on Dec. 30

Article continues after this advertisement

Though Bersamin did not detail which provision will be vetoed, Marcos previously explained that the proposed cut from the DepEd’s computerization program was “contrary to the policy direction” of his administration on education.

The chief executive is committed to restore the P10 billion that was slashed from the proposed funding of the DepEd.

slot park Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

SIGN ME UP

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

READ NEXT Heavy to intense rains forecast in 4 Luzon areas from Dec. 26 ... Navotas warehouse catches fire EDITORS' PICK Bianca Bustamante all set for GB3 championship debut in 2025 10,000 passengers spend Christmas on roads of Sorgoson town China tells PH: What we need is peace, not a mid-range missile system Christmas songs: A cultural phenomenon that spans nostalgia and modernity Nadine Lustre risks friendship with Mimiyuuuh over P5,000 in hilarious party game Economist sees inflation settling at 2.6% in December MOST READ PH has right to allow US missile system despite China’s opposition – DND LOOK: Filipino celebrities' Christmas 2024 family portraits Cagayan de Oro family lose 5 members in pre-Christmas road tragedy Heavy to intense rains forecast in 4 Luzon areas from Dec. 26 to 28 Follow @FMangosingINQ on Twitter --> View comments

Comments from top Federal Reserve officials suggesting they would like to see a slower pace of rate cuts tempered hopes for another bumper cut at the bank’s next meeting, while Middle East worries pushed gold to a new record.

In a statement on Monday, GSIS said the transport hub dubbed as ‘Project Hub’naga casino, will be located at the corner of the Elliptical Road and Commonwealth Avenue.