Marcos to Highlight Increased LGU Tax Shares in 5th SONA
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to highlight the increase in the National Tax Allotment (NTA) for local government units (LGUs) in his upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27. The NTA is projected to reach P1.32 trillion in 2027, signaling enhanced fiscal support for local governments.
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