OSG to SC: Junk petition vs PhilHealth funds’ return

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THE Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) has asked the Supreme Court to dismiss for lack of merit the petition seeking to enjoin the administration of President Ferdinand "Bongbong” Marcos Jr., from returning to the national treasury the unutilized government subsidy of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) amounting to P89.9 billion.

He added that the subject provision of the 2024 GAA does not amend nor violate provisions of Republic Act 11223 or the Universal Health Care Act (UHCA); and  RA 10351 and RA 11346 or the Sin Tax Reform Laws.

It was issued in line with Section 1(d) of XLIII of the GAA 2024, which the petitioners said was an “inserted” provision on unprogrammed appropriations.

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Author / Journalist: Joel R. San Juan

Category: BusinessStartups

Markets: Philippines

Topics: Philhealth Section Guevarra Transfer Health Circular 2024 Provision Funds General Appropriations

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Published On: 2024-09-08 @ 16:16:00 (15 hours ago)

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