18 Questions
What is the title of Republic Act No. 6713?
Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees
According to Republic Act No. 6713, what is the objective related to public officials and employees?
To act with patriotism and justice
What is the overarching policy stated in the Act regarding ethics in public service?
To uphold public interest over personal interest
How should public officials and employees discharge their duties according to the Act?
With integrity, competence, and loyalty
What is one of the key principles that public officials are expected to uphold according to Republic Act No. 6713?
Modesty and humility
What incentives are mentioned in Republic Act No. 6713 for exemplary service?
Public recognition and awards
Who is required to file their Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth and Disclosure of Business Interests and Financial Connections?
All public officials and employees except those who serve in an honorary capacity, laborers, and temporary workers
When should the documents containing the asset and liability information be filed after assuming office?
Within 30 days
What type of property information should be included in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities?
Real property details, personal property details, and liabilities
When should the documents be filed after separation from service?
Within 30 days
Who is exempt from filing the asset and liability documents?
Honorary capacity holders only
What information is NOT required to be included in the asset and liability documents?
$100 tip amount received
For what purpose is it unlawful to obtain or use any statement filed under this Act?
For any purpose contrary to morals or public policy
What action must a public official take in case a conflict of interest arises?
Resign from their position in any private business enterprise within 60 days
Who is exempted from the requirement of divestment as per the text?
Public officials serving the Government in an honorary capacity
What is the responsibility of the designated Committees of both Houses of Congress?
Establish procedures for reviewing statements filed by the public
In case a statement is found to be incomplete or improperly filed, what does the appropriate Committee do?
Inform the reporting individual to correct the filing
What is a requirement for statements filed under this Act?
Being timely, complete, and in proper form
Study Notes
Republic Act No. 6713
- Established a Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees on February 20, 1989
- Aimed to uphold the principle of public office being a public trust
Declaration of Policies
- Promotes a high standard of ethics in public service
- Public officials and employees must be accountable to the people
- They must discharge their duties with utmost responsibility, integrity, competence, and loyalty
- They must act with patriotism and justice, lead modest lives, and uphold public interest over personal interest
Prohibited Acts
- Unlawful to obtain or use statements filed under this Act for:
- Purposes contrary to morals or public policy
- Commercial purposes other than by news and communications media for dissemination to the general public
Divestment
- Public officials or employees must avoid conflicts of interest at all times
- When a conflict of interest arises, they must:
- Resign from their position in any private business enterprise within 30 days from assumption of office
- Divest themselves of their shareholdings or interest within 60 days from assumption of office
Review and Compliance Procedure
- Designated Committees of both Houses of the Congress shall:
- Establish procedures for reviewing statements to determine whether they are complete and in proper form
- Inform the reporting individual and direct them to take necessary corrective action if a statement is not filed correctly
Statement of Assets and Liabilities and Financial Disclosure
- All public officials and employees, except those serving in an honorary capacity, laborers, and casual or temporary workers, must file:
- Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth
- Disclosure of Business Interests and Financial Connections
- Statements of their spouses and unmarried children under 18 years old living in their households
- Documents must contain information on:
- Real property and its improvements
- Personal property and acquisition cost
- All other assets, such as investments and cash on hand
- Liabilities
- Business interests and financial connections
- Documents must be filed:
- Within 30 days after assumption of office
- On or before April 30 of every year thereafter
- Within 30 days after separation from the service
Test your knowledge on Republic Act No. 6713 which establishes a code of conduct and ethical standards for public officials and employees in the Philippines. The quiz covers prohibited acts, penalties for violations, and the principle of public office as a public trust.
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