Sherwin Gatchalian: Recalling 2027 budget 'unnecessary;' Senate to do corrections 

GMA Network - Oct 23, 2026

Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian said Friday that it is not necessary for the House of Representatives to recall its version of the 2027 General Appropriations Bill, as the upper chamber will already do the corrections pursuant to the recent Supreme Court decision.

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