Advancing Digital Government with E-Governance Act
Navotas lone district Rep. Toby Tiangco, chairman of the House Information and Communications Technology Committee, strongly supports the E-Governance Act. This pivotal legislation aims to streamline government processes and create a unified national framework for digital governance. The E-Governance Act will accelerate the country’s digital transformation and foster a more efficient and responsive government.
“It’s time we pivot to a digitally empowered government,” Tiangco emphasized, highlighting that ICT now influences governance, economies, and societies worldwide. He believes the law will enable a seamless shift towards digital government services, benefiting every Filipino.
Integrated Government Network Simplifies Services
A key feature of the E-Governance Act is establishing an Integrated Government Network (IGN). This system will connect various government websites and applications, offering a comprehensive approach to digital transformation. Tiangco noted that an integrated network will not only speed up services but also fundamentally reshape governance.
“An integrated government network will not only simplify and speed up services, it will reshape how we govern,” he said. This connectivity aims to make government transactions faster and more accessible for all citizens.
Promoting Transparency and Accountability
The bill also focuses on enhancing transparency and reducing corruption. By making digital records readily available, government operations will become more open. Citizens can easily track information and hold agencies accountable for their actions.
“With digital records being readily available, government processes will be more transparent, allowing our kababayans to track information and hold agencies accountable,” Tiangco explained.
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) will spearhead the implementation, guiding government agencies to adopt uniform technical and information standards. This ensures smooth digital integration across all departments.
Building a Globally Competitive Philippines
Tiangco stressed that President Marcos’ vision is clear: to build a Bagong Pilipinas that is globally competitive and empowers Filipinos. Streamlining digital transformation within government agencies is a vital step toward achieving this goal.
The E-Governance Act represents a major leap toward modernizing government functions, improving service delivery, and strengthening democracy through technology.
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