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Carol Altamirano Takes Helm of Mexico’s Chamber Finance Committee Ahead of 2026 Budget Review

The new finance panel chief vows a disciplined review of the 2026 budget package arriving September 8.

Overview

  • The Chamber’s political coordination board elected the Morena deputy to preside over the Comisión de Hacienda y Crédito Público.
  • He said the commission will back President Claudia Sheinbaum’s economic policy with an emphasis on reducing the fiscal deficit.
  • Altamirano pledged to safeguard funding for social programs and to test any amendments for technical soundness and fiscal impact.
  • He promised open, respectful debate and close coordination with the Finance Ministry during the analysis.
  • An experienced budget hand from Oaxaca, he also signaled confidence that tax collection could increase next year.