Heated Council Session In Reina Mercedes Over Tobacco Farmers’ Funds

The use of tobacco excise tax funds drew scrutiny in Reina Mercedes, where barangay officials were asked to account for programs implemented last year.

Heated Council Session In Reina Mercedes Over Tobacco Farmers’ Funds

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Under Republic Act No. 7171 and Republic Act No. 8240, tobacco-producing local government units receive a share of tobacco excise tax collections, intended for programs like livelihood projects and farm support.

A council session reviewing how those funds were used last year escalated into a confrontation that required police to step in.

Read the full account: https://pageone.ph/heated-tobacco-excise-tax/