(2022-05) Decree establishing the General Budget of the Republic of Haiti, FY 2021-2022
Summary — This decree establishes the general budget for the Republic of Haiti for the fiscal year 2021-2022, detailing revenue sources, expenditure allocations, and financial control mechanisms. Issued by the Executive Power due to an inoperative legislative body, it also amends various laws concerning taxation, customs, and public finance management. The document outlines the financial framework for government operations and public investments.
Key Findings
- The Executive Power established the 2021-2022 general budget by decree due to the legislative branch being inoperative.
- Total estimated resources for the fiscal year are HTG 210,587,999,999.00, comprising domestic revenues, donations, and financing.
- The decree modifies various tax and customs regulations, including increased duties on certain imported goods and changes to fiscal identification and vehicle fees.
- Strict financial control measures are introduced, such as the implementation of a Single Treasury Account (CUT) and rules for public expenditure and personnel management.
- Expenditures are allocated across functioning costs (HTG 172.17 billion), programs/projects (HTG 38.418 billion), and public debt service (HTG 33.397 billion).
Full Description
This comprehensive decree, published in Le Moniteur, establishes the general budget for the Republic of Haiti for the fiscal year spanning October 1, 2021, to September 30, 2022. It outlines the state's financial framework, including estimated domestic resources, donations, and internal/external financing, alongside detailed allocations for functioning expenses, programs, projects, and public debt service. The decree, issued by the Executive Power in the absence of a functioning legislative body, also introduces numerous amendments to existing laws and decrees. These modifications affect various aspects of public finance, such as customs duties on specific goods, excise taxes on tobacco and alcohol, fees for fiscal identification cards, vehicle registration, and business licenses. Furthermore, it details stringent financial control measures, including the implementation of a Single Treasury Account (CUT) and rules for public procurement, personnel management, and accountability across government entities.
Notes
Series: primary annual budget act. Site 'Publié le' date: 16 mai 2022.