Government Accountability
EXPANDED OMBUDSMAN ACT
This bill amends the Ombudsman Act of 1989 to enhance the powers of the Office of the Ombudsman, allowing it to investigate and recover ill-gotten wealth and to recommend disciplinary actions against high-ranking officials.
RESULTS-BASED NATIONAL EVALUATION POLICY (RBNEP) ACT
The Results-Based National Evaluation Policy (RBNEP) Act aims to establish a comprehensive evaluation policy for government programs and projects to improve accountability and effectiveness across all branches of government.
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BUDGET BLOCKCHAIN ACT
The Philippine National Budget Blockchain Act mandates the establishment of a blockchain system to enhance transparency and accountability in government spending. It aims to modernize the national budget process by making all transactions traceable and verifiable, thereby reducing corruption and inefficiency.
INFRASTRUCTURE APPROPRIATIONS INTEGRITY ACT
The Infrastructure Appropriations Integrity Act aims to enhance budget transparency and accountability in infrastructure projects by establishing safeguards for their inclusion and implementation in the National Expenditure Program and the General Appropriations Act.
LICENSE INTEGRITY ACT
The License Integrity Act aims to prohibit the unlawful lending, borrowing, or fraudulent use of licenses, permits, and other concessions granted by the state, establishing penalties for violations.
PEOPLES FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT
The People's Freedom of Information Act aims to implement the constitutional right to information for all Filipinos, establishing a framework for public access to government records and ensuring transparency in public service.
RESULTS-BASED NATIONAL EVALUATION POLICY (RBNEP) ACT
The Results-Based National Evaluation Policy (RBNEP) Act aims to establish a framework for evaluating government programs and policies to ensure their effectiveness and accountability.
PEOPLES 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, ensuring that the budget reflects the needs of the people.
STRENGTHENING THE INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY OF THE OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN
This bill aims to strengthen the Office of the Ombudsman by amending provisions of the Ombudsman Act of 1989, enhancing its powers, and providing necessary funding for its operations.
RIGHTS OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS (RIDPA) ACT
The Rights of Internally Displaced Persons Act (RIDPA) aims to protect the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Philippines, ensuring their access to basic necessities, health services, education, and legal rights, while mandating government agencies to provide necessary support and assistance.
ANTI-AYUDA ABUSE ACT
The Anti-Ayuda Abuse Act aims to establish a reporting mechanism for abuses of government social assistance programs, including penalties for violations. It seeks to protect the integrity of these programs and ensure that aid reaches eligible beneficiaries.
PANTAWID PASADA ACT
The Pantawid Pasada Act aims to establish a national energy policy and framework for an Energy Subsidy Program to assist qualified beneficiaries during spikes in oil prices.
TRUTHFUL CONGRESSIONAL INQUIRY ACT
The Truthful Congressional Inquiry Act aims to define untruthful statements and fabricated evidence in congressional proceedings by government personnel, imposing penalties for such actions.
REVISED GOVERNMENT AUDITING ACT
The Revised Government Auditing Act aims to update the auditing framework in the Philippines, enhancing the accountability and efficiency of government financial operations. It seeks to empower the Commission on Audit (COA) to audit private entities involved in public projects and to leverage digital transactions for better financial management.
TAPAT NA PAGLILINGKOD ACT
The Tapat na Paglilingkod Act aims to establish a national anti-corruption agenda, enhance integrity systems, and promote accountability across all levels of government. It mandates the creation of the Anti-Corruption Mainstreaming Council and outlines specific duties for government agencies to combat corruption.
OPEN GOVERNMENT DATA ACT
The Open Government Data Act aims to create a system for the proactive publication of government data by all agencies and local government units. It establishes the Open Government Data Authority to oversee data publication standards and ensure accessibility of datasets to the public.
REVISED GOVERNMENT AUDITING ACT
Senate Bill No. 247 aims to revise the Government Auditing Code of the Philippines to enhance accountability and transparency in government financial management. It seeks to expand the authority of the Commission on Audit (COA) and integrate modern technologies into auditing practices.
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION IN THE DELIVERY OF SOCIAL PROTECTION PROGRAMS ACT
The Anti-Discrimination in the Delivery of Social Protection Programs Act aims to penalize discriminatory practices by government employees in the distribution of social protection programs, ensuring fair access for all qualified beneficiaries.
DONATION TRANSPARENCY ACT
The Donation Transparency Act mandates full accounting of all disaster-relief aid or donations received by the Philippine government for natural and human-induced calamities, promoting transparency and accountability in the utilization of such funds.
CONFIDENTIAL AND INTELLIGENCE FUNDS (CIF) UTILIZATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
This bill regulates the allocation and use of Confidential and Intelligence Funds (CIF), aiming to impose stricter guidelines and oversight to prevent misuse and misappropriation of these funds.
BUDGET MODERNIZATION ACT
The Budget Modernization Act aims to reform the budget process in the Philippines by enhancing accountability in public financial management, promoting fiscal sustainability, and increasing budget transparency and participation.
NATIONAL INDEPENDENT COMMISSION AGAINST CORRUPTION ACT
Senate Bill No. 50 aims to create the National Independent Commission Against Corruption (NICAC) to combat corruption in the Philippines. It appropriates ₱50 million for its first year of operation and outlines the Commission's powers, functions, and organizational structure.