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RA 6713

RA 6713

Republic Act No. 6713, also known as the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, sets rules to ensure integrity, transparency, and accountability in government service in the Philippines. It prohibits conflicts of interest, private business engagements that interfere with official duties, and mandates lifestyle checks to prevent corruption and unethical practices. The law has been central to recent reforms aimed at improving governance and public trust.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Mon, October 13, 2025 at 8:12 PM

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Recent developments on RA 6713

Mon, October 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM

Execs ready to release SALNs after Ombudsman lifts restrictions

The executive branch, including President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., is prepared to release their Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) following Ombudsman Jesus Crispin "Boying" Remulla's plan to lift restrictions on public access.

Tue, September 16, 2025 at 5:39 PM

Sen. Tulfo files bill vs conflict of interest in PCAB

Senator Erwin Tulfo has filed Senate Bill 1373, proposing stricter regulations for contractor licenses and aiming to amend the Contractor's License Law.

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 2:59 PM

Opposition solons file HR 217 for public SALN disclosure

Four opposition lawmakers, including Deputy Minority Leader Chel Diokno, have filed House Resolution 217, urging for the public disclosure of the Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN) of all House members.

Thu, May 1, 2025 at 2:26 PM

PBBM to uphold rule of law on Gov. Garcia's suspension

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. will not intervene in the preventive suspension order against Cebu Governor Gwendolyn "Gwen" Garcia.

Tue, February 25, 2025 at 2:09 PM

Napolcom employee nabbed in entrapment for alleged estafa

A National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) employee, identified as 'Noel', was apprehended by the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in an entrapment operation at Camp Crame for alleged estafa and corruption.

Mon, September 9, 2024 at 3:24 PM

Jed Patrick Mabilog surrenders to NBI upon return to PH

Former Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog returned to the Philippines on September 10, 2024, after nearly seven years, surrendering to National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) operatives upon arrival at NAIA Terminal 3.

Fri, August 2, 2024 at 11:58 AM

DOJ: Private Cocochem directors not required to submit SALNs

Directors of Cocochem from the private sector are not required to submit Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs), according to a legal opinion from the Department of Justice (DOJ).

Wed, July 31, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Rappler tracks SALN requests from House leaders, Metro Manila mayors

Rappler has initiated a tracker to monitor requests for the Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) from leaders of the House of Representatives, including Speaker Martin Romualdez, and Metro Manila mayors.

Sun, June 23, 2024 at 12:58 PM

Roque files counter-affidavit, hits back at Trillanes over libel raps

Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has filed a counter-affidavit to refute the cyberlibel and libel charges brought against him by former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV.

Wed, June 5, 2024 at 6:59 PM

Ombudsman suspends Negros Occ. officials for conflict of interest

The Office of the Ombudsman has suspended Negros Occidental Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II and Executive Assistant II Chery Sheil Valenzuela for six months without pay due to conflict of interest stemming from their private law practice.