Budgeting

The Philippine Department of Justice has seen its confidential fund allocation jump dramatically from **P168 million** in 2024 to **P1.5 billion** in 2025. This surge has ignited calls for more transparency in budgeting practices, as procurement exemptions may diminish oversight and fiscal accountability within the agency.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has prohibited over 110 cities from raising property taxes above the no-new-revenue rate due to non-compliance with financial audit requirements. This action underscores the state's increased scrutiny on municipal finances, impacting procurement and budgeting strategies for local governments and their contractors.

Guilford County Schools confront a critical funding shortfall of **$19.53 million** for student device replacements due to a new state law affecting property tax revenue. Procurement professionals should brace for diminished technology budgets and an evolving landscape toward shared classroom solutions as the district adapts to resource constraints.

Kenya's government has set aside a historic **KES 177.46 billion** for health in 2026/2027, with an emphasis on national hospitals and maternal care. However, **40% of domestic budget** is reportedly leaking due to inefficiencies, raising flags for procurement strategies as reduced U.S. aid impacts health programs.