House passes 2014 budget in less than an hour

In a matter of less than an hour, the House of Representatives on Tuesday passed the P2.68-trillion 2014 national budget on its third and final reading.

With 219-22-0 votes in favor of the bill, the House of Representatives passed the General Appropriations Bill, also known as the House Bill 2630 at 5:30 p.m., or roughly around 30 minutes. It was approved through nominal voting, or through roll call.