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Quimbo acting Appropriations head

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Marikina Rep. Stella Quimbo was designated acting chairperson of the House Committee on Appropriations after Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Elizaldy Co stepped down from the post due to “health concerns.”

House Secretary General Reginald Velasco made the announcement Tuesday, saying Quimbo’s designation adheres to Rule IX, Section 32 of the House rules of the 19th Congress, which outlines provisions on “vacancy and succession” within committees.

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“Therefore, the designation of Rep. Stella Quimbo as the acting leader of the House Committee on Appropriations is in compliance with the rules,” Velasco said.

“She is serving as the officer in charge of the committee and will perform the functions of the chairperson in an acting capacity until the House designates a permanent chairperson in accordance with the applicable rules,” he added.

Quimbo is the senior vice chair of the House appropriations committee.

“The functions of the committee on appropriations will continue. I was advised by the House leadership that I am to ensure that our committee on appropriations will continue to function as before,” Quimbo said.

Co, citing health concerns, stepped down from the position Monday.

“The highly demanding nature of my role has taken its toll, and I now need to prioritize seeking the medical attention necessary for my well-being,” Co said.

Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline “Rep. Stella Quimbo to be acting House appropriations chair.”

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