Accountability
FALSE CLAIMS ACT
The bill aims to combat financial fraud against public funds by allowing private individuals to file actions for false claims on behalf of the government, modeled after the U.S. False Claims Act.
PEOPLE'S PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BUDGET PROCESS ACT
This bill aims to institutionalize the participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the preparation and authorization of the annual national budget, establishing mechanisms for their engagement and ensuring transparency in the budgeting process.
AMENDING ART. 156, 223 AND 224 OF ACT NO. 3815 (THE REVISED PENAL CODE)
This bill aims to increase penalties for the delivery of prisoners from jail and for public officers' negligence in the custody of prisoners by amending Articles 156, 223, and 224 of the Revised Penal Code.
PEOPLES FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND FULL PUBLIC DISCLOSURE ACT
The People's Freedom of Information and Full Public Disclosure Act aims to strengthen the public's right to access information on matters of public concern and mandates full public disclosure of government transactions involving public interest.
CADENA ACT
The CADENA Act mandates the establishment of a digital budget portal to enhance transparency, accountability, and public participation in the Philippine budget process. It requires all national government entities to disclose public budget data through this portal, ensuring that citizens can access and scrutinize government financial transactions.
PROGRESSIVE BUDGETING ACT
The Progressive Budgeting Act aims to reform the budget process in the Philippines by enhancing accountability in public financial management, promoting fiscal sustainability, and ensuring greater transparency and participation in the budgeting process.
BANKING REFORM FOR INTEGRITY, GOOD GOVERNANCE, HONESTY, AND TRASPARENCY (BRIGHT) ACT
The Banking Reform for Integrity, Good Governance, Honesty, and Transparency (BRIGHT) Act aims to expand the disclosure of bank and financial deposits by repealing existing laws on deposit secrecy.
STRENGTHENING THE CONTRACTORS LICENSE LAW
Senate Bill No. 1373 aims to strengthen the Contractor's License Law by amending Republic Act No. 4566. It seeks to enhance the powers of the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB), introduce stricter qualifications for its members, and extend the time frame for filing cases against contractors.
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 3019 (ANTI-GRAFT AND CORRUPT PRACTICES ACT)
Senate Bill No. 1359 seeks to amend the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act by increasing the penalties for unlawful acts committed by public officers and private individuals.
REGULATION OF FOREIGN TRAVEL FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES ACT
Senate Bill No. 1362 aims to regulate the foreign travel of government officials and employees, particularly those under investigation, and establishes penalties for unauthorized travel.
REIMPOSING DEATH PENALTY FOR THE CRIME OF PLUNDER
This bill seeks to reimpose the death penalty for the crime of plunder, amending Republic Act No. 9346, which currently prohibits capital punishment in the Philippines. It aims to address corruption in public service by imposing the highest penalty on those found guilty of plunder.
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BUDGET BLOCKCHAIN ACT
The Philippine National Budget Blockchain Act mandates the establishment of a blockchain system for the national budget to improve transparency, accountability, and public participation in the budget process.
RANDOM DRUG TESTING FOR INCUMBENT ELECTIVE AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
This bill seeks to institutionalize random drug testing for all incumbent elective and appointive officials in the Philippines, amending the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 to enhance accountability in public service.
MAHIYA NAMAN KAYO ACT
The Mahiya Naman Kayo Act aims to enhance transparency and accountability in local infrastructure projects by prohibiting members of Congress from intervening in their identification and budgeting.
DRUG-FREE GOVERNMENT ACT
The Drug-Free Government Act mandates annual drug testing for all elected and appointed officials, including the President, and allows voluntary random drug testing for candidates within 90 days before elections.
PEOPLE'S PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BUDGET PROCESS ACT
Senate Bill No. 537 aims to institutionalize the participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the preparation and authorization of the annual national budget, ensuring transparency and accountability in the budget process.
THE ANTI-CONFLICT OF INTEREST IN PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT
Senate Bill No. 157, known as the Anti-Conflict of Interest in Public Utilities Act, aims to prohibit elected public officials and their immediate family members from owning or having financial interests in public utilities during their term. It establishes penalties for violations and mandates divestment of existing interests.
PEOPLE'S PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BUDGET PROCESS ACT
The bill aims to institutionalize the participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the preparation and authorization of the annual national budget, ensuring transparency and accountability in government spending.
STRENGTHENING THE SECRECY OF BANK DEPOSITS LAW
This bill aims to amend the Secrecy of Bank Deposits Law to exclude government officials and employees from its protections, allowing for greater scrutiny of their bank deposits to combat corruption.