Senate Questions P8 Billion Farm-to-Market Roads in DPWH Budget
Proposed funding for farm-to-market roads nearly doubled in the 2026 budget process, increasing from P16 billion in the National Expenditure Program to P32.6 billion in the version of the General Appropriations Bill passed by the House of Representatives.
During the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)’s budget hearing, senators questioned its officials over the inclusion of P8 billion worth of FMRs in its proposed 2026 budget.
Sherwin Gatchalian said the amount is not part of the agency’s master plan, warning that the funds could go unused or misaligned with actual agricultural needs.
Author's summary: Senators query DPWH on P8 billion farm-to-market roads funding.