CAVITE 7th District Representative Crispin Diego Remulla is pushing for a measure that seeks to strengthen ethical standards in public service by mandating the Civil Service Commission (CSC) and other relevant government agencies to provide ethics education to public officials and employees.

Under House Bill No. 11373, Remulla emphasized that government officials and employees are entrusted with the responsibility of serving the public with the highest degree of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

As representatives of the State, he said, public servants are expected to uphold and embody the values and principles of the Philippine government.

The lawmaker noted that despite existing safeguards, there remains a need to further strengthen ethics education and institutionalize mechanisms that promote greater awareness, understanding, and compliance with the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.

The proposed measure seeks to amend the Administrative Code of 1987 by requiring the implementation of comprehensive ethics and values formation programs for government officials and employees, with the assistance of the CSC and other concerned agencies.

These programs will provide continuing education and guidance on ethical conduct, integrity, accountability, and responsible public service.

Remulla said the proposed legislation aims to reinforce ethical standards in government and ensure that public officials and employees remain committed to serving the public interest.