Philippine Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian and Sen. Panfilo Lacson say the House of Representatives does not need to recall its 2027 General Appropriations Bill in response to a recent Supreme Court ruling striking down key provisions of the 2024 to 2026 national budgets. They argue the Senate can address any affected elements without reopening the House version.
Both point to the Senate’s role in the budget process, saying lawmakers are moving toward budget consolidation and can make corrections there. One outlet also notes that only some provisions of the House bill may fall within the scope of the Supreme Court decision, suggesting that a recall could cause delay without being required.
Across coverage, the emphasis is on whether a recall is necessary and how the Senate plans to incorporate changes after the ruling, rather than on the specific budget items affected.
