# Peruvian congressional transparency and ethics issues > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/peruvian-congressional-transparency-and-ethics-issues > Updated: 2026-09-13T23:48:36.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. In August 2026, the Ethics Commission of the Peruvian Congress unanimously approved a rule requiring members to disclose their criminal and judicial backgrounds, as well as any previous investigations or professional suspensions, before entering Parliament. Proposed by Deputy Javier Cipriani, the measure was intended to promote transparency and ensure the suitability of members to maintain public confidence. By September 2026, investigations emerged involving several members of the bicameral Congress across multiple parties, including Fuerza Popular, Juntos por el Perú, Ahora Nación, and Renovación Popular. These legislators are accused of hiring campaign donors as parliamentary advisors and technicians. Reports indicate that some of these staff members receive monthly salaries of up to 14,000 soles. Specific allegations involve high-ranking officials, including Senate President Miguel Ángel Torres and Vice President Nilza Chacón, as well as deputies such as Jesús Pérez Alccahuamán and Javier Cipriani. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-13: Peru Congress members accused of hiring campaign donors as staff Peruvian legislators from various political parties are accused of hiring campaign donors as parliamentary staff, with some advisors receiving salaries up to 14,000 soles. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-congress-members-accused-of-hiring-campaign-donors-as-staff ### 2026-08-18: Peru Congress Ethics Commission approves background disclosure rule Peru's Congressional Ethics Commission has unanimously approved a requirement for members to disclose their criminal and judicial backgrounds to ensure suitability and transparency. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-congress-ethics-commission-approves-background-disclosure-rule --- Cite as: Peruvian congressional transparency and ethics issues. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/peruvian-congressional-transparency-and-ethics-issues