Understanding Unprogrammed Appropriations
Unprogrammed appropriations within the budget have been a contentious topic amid the largest corruption scandal under the Marcos administration. But what are they and how do they work?
Many lawmakers have labeled these appropriations as "pork barrel," or funding meant to benefit only the budget's proponent and their respective districts.
Pork Barrel and Its Notorious History
Pork barrel has a notorious history in the Philippines, with the 2013 Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) scam being among the country's most shocking corruption scandals of that decade.
Unprogrammed appropriations have been compared to "pork barrel," a term used to describe funding that benefits specific individuals or groups.
The concept of unprogrammed appropriations and its comparison to pork barrel has sparked debate and discussion.
Author's summary: Unprogrammed appropriations spark controversy in Philippines.More News
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