Dy: House will soon launch transparency platform on its website

Inquirer.net - Nov 9, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives will soon launch a transparency platform on its website that will allow Filipinos to scrutinize government-funded projects, including their locations, funding allocations, and implementation status, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III announced on Monday. The project is part of continuing reforms to strengthen transparency and accountability in public

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