Akbayan Partylist released its Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) on Monday, September 1.
In a Facebook post, the Akbayan Reform Bloc, led by Chel Diokno, including Representatives Arlene Bag-ao, Percival Cendaña, and Dada Kiram Ismula, publicized their SALN.
“At a time when trust in government is at its lowest, words are not enough. We, as public servants, must show through concrete action that transparency and accountability are more than promises—they are obligations,” Akbayan stated.
The group emphasized that public service should not be seen as a position of power or privilege, but as a responsibility to earn and maintain the trust of the people they serve.
Akbayan announced that they are publicly disclosing their SALNs and pledged to release these regularly. They clarified that this action goes beyond legal compliance; it's a deliberate commitment to openness and honesty in governance.
“We respectfully call on our fellow lawmakers — especially our colleagues in the House of Representatives — to join us in this effort. Let us take this crucial step together to rebuild the trust of our people and strengthen our democracy,” the group urged, appealing to fellow legislators to support the movement for transparency and integrity.
The disclosure of SALNs became an issue after President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. was challenged to lead a lifestyle check amid reports of lavish living among some Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials and contractors.
