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Resolution seeks to publicize lawmakers’ SALN
Four opposition lawmakers from the Reform bloc have filed House Resolution 217 urging for the public disclosure of the Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN) of all House members.
The lawmakers emphasized that making SALNs public is crucial for transparency and accountability, citing concerns about irregularities in flood control projects.
While Republic Act 6713 mandates SALNs to be available for inspection and copying, this provision is rarely followed.
A 2020 Ombudsman memorandum has restricted access to these net worth statements, curtailing the public's ability to scrutinize officials' assets.
Deputy Minority Leader and Party-list Rep. Jose Manuel Tadeo "Chel" I. Diokno stated that opening SALNs to public scrutiny demonstrates accountability to the people.
The resolution seeks to enforce existing laws mandating the release of SALNs upon request.
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