Quezon City, Philippines — The Pre-Plenary Hearing on the FY 2027 Budget Proposals of State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) was held at the House of Representatives as part of the continuing deliberations on the proposed FY 2027 appropriations for public higher education.
Marinduque State University (MarSU) President Prof. Diosdado P. Zulueta, who also serves as PASUC National Auditor, participated in the hearing alongwith CHED Chairperson Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis, PASUC President Dr. Tirso A. Ronquillo, CHED Commissioners, and SUC Presidents from Regions I, II, III, IV-A, MIMAROPA, V, CAR, and NCR. PDPZ was accompanied by Assoc. Prof. Lenie P. Zulueta, Executive Assistant, and Dr. Alfredo M. Ofrecio III, Director for Financial Services and Chief of Staff.
Discussions centered on the SUCs’ budget priorities, major programs and projects, physical accomplishments, budget utilization, and other matters relevant to their proposed FY 2027 appropriations. The hearing also provided an opportunity for the institutions to present their respective priorities and financial requirements before the Committee and members of the House of Representatives.
The proceedings were presided over by Rep. Arthur F. Celeste, Vice Chairperson of the House Committee on Appropriations, while other members of the Committee took part in the deliberations.
