Section 5May 21, 2007, Sec./Art. 5

Objectives. - This Act is primarily aimed at:

(a) Strengthening the existing system of management and administration of government archival records;

(b) Defining the role of the executive director in developing and supporting government records keeping, including independent determinations on the disposal of public records and certain local government archives;

(c) Mandating government accountability in ensuring that full and accurate records of the affairs of national government and the LGUs are maintained and preserved;

(d) Enhancing public confidence in the integrity of public records keeping and management;

(e) Ensuring the accessibility of public records that are relevant to the promotion and preservation of Philippine cultural heritage; and

(f) Supporting the safekeeping of private records.