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Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Senate quickly approved the General State Budget bill for 2025, declaring it urgent and approving it in two consecutive readings. Of the 27 senators present, 26 voted in favor, which guarantees that the bill now goes to the Executive Branch for promulgation. This approval was the product of an extensive analysis carried out by the Bicameral Commission made up of senators and deputies.
In addition to the budget, the Senate approved other important measures. A bill that promotes the installation of renewable energy sources in public and private buildings, aimed at improving efficiency and energy savings, was approved in second reading. Proposed by Senators Alexis Victoria Yeb and Santiago José Zorrilla, the legislation encourages the adoption of alternative energy solutions for both new and retrofitted structures.
The Senate also approved bills to elevate the Las Cabuyas section in La Vega to a municipal district and transfer jurisdiction of the Dominican Republic Library to the Ministry of Education. These measures reflect ongoing efforts to address local development and national energy sustainability priorities.