Public officials
GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY ACT
The Government Contracting and Procurement Integrity Act disqualifies relatives of public officials within the fourth civil degree from participating in government contracts. It aims to enhance integrity in public procurement and includes penalties for violations.
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.
ANTI-EPAL ACT
The Anti-Epal Act aims to prohibit political involvement in the distribution of government financial assistance and the display of public officials' names or images on government projects, promoting transparency and fairness in public service.
ANTI-EPAL ACT
The Anti-Epal Act aims to prohibit government officials from displaying their names and photos on government projects and programs, promoting transparency and accountability in public service.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 6713 (CODE OF CONDUCT AND ETHICAL STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES)
This bill amends the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees to enhance transparency and accountability in government services by requiring CCTV installation and establishing public service hotlines for reporting misconduct.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 1405 (SECRECY OF BANK DEPOSITS LAW)
This bill amends the Secrecy of Bank Deposits Law to enhance transparency in banking operations and strengthen anti-corruption measures. It allows for certain disclosures of bank deposits under specific conditions, particularly in cases of fraud or misconduct by public officials.
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.
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 1405 (BANK SECRECY ACT)
Senate Bill No. 1364 aims to amend the Bank Secrecy Act to allow courts or investigating bodies to examine the bank deposits of public officials, addressing concerns about the misuse of bank secrecy by corrupt officials.
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.
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.
TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF REGIONAL TRIAL COURTS
This bill seeks to amend Presidential Decree No. 1606 to change the venue for cases involving corrupt practices by public officials, allowing them to be tried in the city or municipality where the official holds office, rather than in a different judicial region.
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.
DISQUALIFYING RELATIVES OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS IN ALL GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS
This bill disqualifies relatives of public officials within the fourth civil degree of consanguinity and affinity from entering into any government contracts, aiming to reduce corruption in public procurement processes.
ANTI-CONTRABAND IN PRISON ACT
The Anti-Contraband in Prison Act aims to penalize individuals who provide or possess contraband in prisons, as well as those who assist in introducing such items. It establishes specific penalties for various offenses related to contraband in prison facilities administered by the Department of Justice.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 6426 (FOREIGN CURRENCY DEPOSIT ACT OF THE PHILIPPINES)
This bill amends the Foreign Currency Deposit Act to remove confidentiality for foreign currency deposits held by public officials and employees, aligning with transparency and accountability standards.
ANTI-FAKE NEWS ACT
Senate Bill No. 241, known as the Anti-Fake News Act, aims to penalize the malicious distribution of false news and related violations, imposing fines and imprisonment on offenders.
GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES TO EXECUTE A WRITTEN PERMISSION TO EXAMINE THEIR DEPOSITS
This bill mandates government officials and employees to submit a written permission allowing the Office of the Ombudsman to examine their bank deposits and investments, thereby waiving the Bank Secrecy Law.
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.
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.