Senate President Win Gatchalian has expressed confidence that a proposed measure prohibiting relatives of government officials from obtaining government contracts will soon become law.
Gatchalian stressed the importance of enacting the proposal, saying it could significantly help the government fight corruption and protect public funds.
He also emphasized that passing the measure would help ensure that taxpayers’ money goes toward government programs and projects that directly benefit the public.
The Senate has already approved Senate Bill 1962, known as the Government Contracting and Procurement Integrity Act, on third and final reading.
The proposed legislation seeks to prohibit relatives of government officials from securing government contracts, addressing concerns over the use of public resources in government procurement.
Gatchalian expressed confidence that the measure would become a landmark anti-corruption initiative once enacted.
The Senate president said its passage would help strengthen safeguards in government contracting and ensure that public funds are used for their intended purpose.
While the Senate has approved the bill on final reading, Gatchalian is calling for its enactment into law.
He maintained that the proposed restrictions could help promote accountability in the handling of government contracts and public money.
