Uma análise da transparência passiva dos cinco maiores municípios do Cariri Ocidental Paraibano.

Abstract

This research aimed to conduct an analysis of Passive Transparency in the five largest municipalities of the Cariri region in the state of Paraíba, Brazil, each with a population exceeding 10,000 inhabitants. The specific objectives were to identify the passive transparency criteria established by the Office of the Comptroller General (CGU) applicable to municipal electronic portals; to carry out field research to collect data on the adequacy of the electronic portals of the five largest municipalities in the Cariri region; and to compare the levels of compliance of these portals, identifying the main areas of conformity, deficiencies, and potential improvements in the promotion of passive transparency. Regarding methodological procedures, the study is classified as descriptive research, conducted through documentary analysis with a qualitative approach. For data analysis, the 360° checklist from the Escala Brasil Transparente (Brazil Transparency Scale) was used. The results indicate a low level of commitment from public management in responding to information requests, particularly regarding the criteria that assess timeliness and the adequacy of responses. On the other hand, the criteria related to the disclosure and availability of communication channels on the electronic portals showed positive performance, except for the municipality of Serra Branca, where no means were found to submit information requests.