The adoption of the decree was confirmed by Government spokesperson Nelu Barbu, who added that it was “absolutely necessary for passing the 2019 budget” and unblocking government programs.
It was announced by Prime Minister Viorica Dancila at the beginning of Tuesday’s cabinet meeting.
The bill sets a public debt cap of 40% of gross domestic product, a staff spending cap of 10% of GDP and a budget deficit of 2.76% for 2019.
President Klaus Iohannis sent the 2019 budget bill back to Parliament last week. Ruling coalition leaders said lawmakers would pass the bill again, unchanged.