All ▸ Bar 2024 ▸ POLITICAL AND PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW ▸ III. EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT ▸ H. Power relative to Appropriation Measures (1987 Constitution, Art. VI, secs. 25(5) and 27(2), Art. VII, sec. 20)

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Review Question III: EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT - Power relative to Appropriation Measures

Scenario:

The President of the Philippines has submitted the proposed national budget to Congress for its approval. However, during the deliberations, certain members of Congress proposed amendments to reallocate a significant portion of the budget to specific projects in their respective constituencies. The President, upon learning about these proposed amendments, expressed opposition and made it clear that he believes the proposed budget should be enacted as is, without any alterations. The President argues that such amendments would undermine the overall national development plans and priorities established by the executive branch.

Question:

Discuss the power of the Executive Department, specifically the President, relative to appropriation measures under the 1987 Constitution. In this given scenario, can Congress amend the proposed national budget even if the President opposes such amendments? Provide legal bases for your answer.

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