The House of Representatives continues to await the arrival of Vice President Sara Duterte to participate in the plenary debates regarding the Office of the Vice President (OVP) budget for fiscal year 2025.
According to Deputy Majority Leader Rep. Jill Bongalon, the proposed budget for the OVP has yet to be discussed in the plenary due to the absence of Vice President Duterte.
Although legal representatives were sent on behalf of the OVP, Bongalon noted that they were not authorized to represent the office in the proceedings.
The House has stated that it will wait for Vice President Duterte to attend, extending the invitation for today and tomorrow.
Rep. Bongalon emphasized that the Vice President will be given ample opportunity to participate in the plenary discussion of the OVP’s budget.
Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong, tasked as the sponsor for the OVP budget, appears to be caught in a difficult situation, according to Bongalon.
Meanwhile, Deputy Speaker Rep. JayJay Suarez assured that the House will extend dignity and respect to the Office of the Vice President during the budget process.
Suarez also urged Vice President Duterte to prioritize the deliberation of the OVP budget for 2025.
