Tinio flags potential DPWH budget amendments in 2027 spending bill

MANILA — ACT Teachers party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio has warned of potential budget amendments targeting the Department of Public Works and Highways in the lower chamber's version of the 2027 General Appropriations Bill, citing plans by the agency to submit institutional amendments to the national spending program.

Tinio's warning comes as Congress prepares to deliberate on the 2027 National Expenditure Program, with various government agencies expected to propose adjustments to their proposed allocations.

The lawmaker's statement suggests possible pressure to increase DPWH funding in the House version of the appropriations measure. Such institutional amendments are typically submitted by government agencies seeking to modify their budget allocations during the legislative review process.

The concerns raised underscore ongoing debates within Congress over budget priorities and the allocation of public funds across different government departments. The 2027 General Appropriations Bill will ultimately determine how the national budget is distributed among various agencies for the coming fiscal year.

The House is expected to complete its deliberations on the proposed spending measure in the coming weeks before forwarding it to the Senate for further consideration.