Title
Creation of IACC in the Office of the President
Law
Memorandum Order No. 182
Decision Date
Aug 11, 2005
The Internal Affairs and Complaints Committee (IACC) is established in the Office of the President to investigate administrative complaints against public officials, ensure compliance with asset disclosure laws, and coordinate anti-corruption efforts, reinforcing the government's commitment to integrity and accountability.

Law Summary

Functions and Responsibilities of IACC

  • Handle administrative disciplinary complaints against non-presidential appointees within the Office of the President (OP).
  • Establish review and compliance procedures for submitting Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNW) and Disclosure of Business Interests and Financial Connections (DBIFC) of all OP officials/employees, pursuant to RA 6713, RA 3019, and related laws.
  • Investigate abuses or possible violations of RA 3019, RA 6713, and related regulations by public servants in the OP.
  • Coordinate investigations and lifestyle checks with the Presidential Anti-Graft Commission (PAGC), Anti-Corruption Swift Action Team (SWAT), and the Office of the Ombudsman (OMB).

Composition and Quorum Requirements

  • Comprises five permanent members:
    1. Executive Secretary (ES) or designated representative (Chairman)
    2. Deputy Executive Secretary for Legal Affairs (DESLA)
    3. Deputy Executive Secretary for Finance and Administration (DESFA)
    4. Deputy Executive Secretary for General Administration (DESGA)
    5. Assistant Executive Secretary (AES) of Internal Audit Office (IAO)
  • Quorum requires majority of members for business transactions.
  • Findings and recommendations require majority of all members present in a specially called meeting.

Working Units of IACC

  • Complaints and Investigation Unit (CIU): managed by Office of DESLA.
  • Review and Compliance Unit (RCU): managed by Office of Budget and Corporate Affairs headed by AES for Budget and Corporate Affairs.

Functions of the Complaints and Investigation Unit (CIU)

  • Investigate administrative complaints against non-presidential appointees in the OP.
  • Initiate complaints on behalf of the OP pursuant to EO 292 (1987).
  • Maintain records of cases and monitor progress.
  • Submit quarterly progress reports to the IACC.

Panel of Investigators

  • Designated by DESLA.
  • Preferably composed of three lawyer-members with a Chairman.
  • Conduct hearings and submit findings/recommendations to IACC via CIU within 15 days after investigation.
  • Follow pertinent legal provisions including the Administrative Code of 1987, CSC rules, and related laws.

Authority to Issue Subpoenas and Conduct Investigations

  • DESLA or Panel Chairman may summon witnesses by subpoena and require production of documents by subpoena duces tecum.
  • Authorized to administer oaths, take testimony, receive evidence, and recommend preventive suspension if warranted.

Functions of the Review and Compliance Unit (RCU)

  • Conduct seminars to educate OP officials and employees on proper SALNW and DBIFC filing.
  • Evaluate compliance with SALNW and DBIFC submission according to OP Review and Compliance Procedures.
  • Applies to all OP employees and officials regardless of appointment status.

Repealing Clause

  • Supersedes any inconsistent Standard Operating Procedures, Office Manuals, or Memorandum Orders.

Effectivity

  • The Memorandum Order takes effect immediately upon issuance on August 11, 2005.

This detailed structure ensures a comprehensive internal mechanism within the Office of the President to promote integrity, transparency, and accountability among its employees and officials, aligned with anti-corruption laws and government directives.


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