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Romualdez: Marcos Jr. signing 2025 GAA prevents reenacted budget

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signs the new government Procurement Act (PGRA) and the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA) at the Ceremonial Hall, Malacanang Palace on July 20, 2024. With the President are Senate Senate President Francis Joseph G. Escudero, House of Representatives Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez and other government officials. Niño Jesus Orbeta, PPA photo

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Paige Javier

ABS-CBN News

MANILA – House Speaker Martin Romualdez lauded President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for signing into law the 2025 General Appropriations Act worth P6.326 trillion on Monday.In a statement, Romualdez said the budget reflects a shared commitment to uplift the lives of every Filipino.&quot;The President’s timely signing of this spending plan ensures uninterrupted government operations while addressing the nation’s most pressing priorities. This decisive action prevents a reenacted budget and strengthens our resolve to achieve the country’s national development goals,&quot; he said.Romualdez highlighted the &quot;significant contribution&quot; of the lower chamber of Congress in the development of the budget.He said their participation ensured the budget is &quot;fiscally sound and aligned with the needs&quot; of citizens.&quot;This reflects our commitment to transparent, accountable governance focused on delivering meaningful results,&quot; Romualdez said.&quot;This budget represents the efficient and responsible use of resources, balancing fiscal discipline with the government’s commitment to improving the quality of life for all Filipinos. It is a critical step toward sustained growth and national development,&quot; he added.Romualdez thanked his cousin, President Marcos Jr. and his colleagues in the House of Representatives for their hard work.&quot;This budget reflects our united effort to ensure that government programs truly serve the people,&quot; he said.

House Speaker Martin Romualdez lauded President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for signing into law the 2025 General Appropriations Act worth P6.326 trillion on Monday.

House Speaker Martin Romualdez lauded President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for signing into law the 2025 General Appropriations Act worth P6.326 trillion on Monday.