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Gus Tambunting
Gustavo Alonzo Suarez Tambunting (born April 24, 1964) is a Filipino politician and businessman who currently serves as the representative for 2nd District of Parañaque since 2022. He also previously served in the same position from 2013 to 2019. He was also a councilor of the same city from 1988 to 1995 and again from 2001 to 2007. He was Vice Mayor of Parañaque from 2007 to 2013. Early life and education Gus Tambunting was born on April 24, 1964. He is the eldest child of Jesús Tambunting and Teresita Suárez de Tambunting, who is from Zamboanga City. He is also the eldest grandchild of Mila del Sol, the queen of Philippine cinema during the 1930s and 1940s. He is also the nephew of television host Jeanne Young and a cousin of actor Onemig Bondoc and guitarist Ira Cruz. Gus studied in Colegio de San Juan de Letran, graduating from elementary in 1976, high school in 1980, and college in 1984, completing a bachelor's degree in Marketing Management. With showbiz being part ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Of Representatives
The House of Representatives (; '','' thus commonly referred to as ''Kamara'') is the lower house of Congress, the bicameral legislature of the Philippines, with the Senate of the Philippines as the upper house. The lower house is commonly referred to as Congress, although the term collectively refers to both houses. Members of the House are officially styled as ''representatives'' () and are sometimes informally called ''congressmen'' or ''congresswomen'' (). They are elected to a three-year term and can be re-elected, but cannot serve more than three consecutive terms without an interruption of one term (e.g. serving one term in the Senate '' ad interim''). Around 80% of congressmen are district representatives, representing specific geographical areas. The 19th Congress has 253 congressional districts. Party-list representatives, who make up not more than twenty percent of the total number of representatives, are elected through the party-list system. Aside from needing its ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ira Cruz
Ira Cara Cruz is a Filipino musician, songwriter and producer. He was a founding member of Filipino rock bands Hijo, Bamboo, Introvoys, Passage and Kapatid. Professional background Introvoys (1987-1991, 2001) Introvoys was formed in 1986 by 3rd-G Cristobal, Paco Arespacochaga, and Jonathan Buencamino. Their first album was a "diamond in the rough". After two singles, Dyna Records, which was the band's label, was ready to drop them like a hot potato. However, fate had a different plan. "However Which way" which was the band's third single shot all the way to No. 1 in Metro Manila in just 2 weeks. After a month, the song became the country's No. 1 song thus paving the way for a national tour for the Introvoys. Culled from the same album are certified No. 1 singles such as "Calling All Nations", "Maynila" and "Lullabye", among many others. Their second album sealed Introvoys' status in the mainstream. Born from this album were songs that are now classified as standard hits. These s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On National Defense And Security
The Philippine House Committee on National Defense and Security, or House National Defense and Security Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction includes the following: * Armed Forces of the Philippines * Citizens army * Coast * Forts and arsenals * Geodetic surveys * Military bases * National defense and national security * Reservations and yards * Selective services Members, 20th Congress As of June 30, 2025, all committee membership positions are vacant until the House convenes for its first regular session on July 28. Historical membership rosters 18th Congress Vice Chairperson * Francisco Datol Jr. (SENIOR CITIZENS) See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * Department of National Defense * Armed Forces of the Philippines Notes References External links House of Representati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Metro Manila Development
The Philippine House Committee on Metro Manila Development, or House Metro Manila Development Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction is on the policies and programs to promote and enhance the development of the Metro Manila area which comprises 16 cities and 1 municipality. Members, 20th Congress As of June 30, 2025, all committee membership positions are vacant until the House convenes for its first regular session on July 28. Historical membership rosters 18th Congress Vice Chairperson * Francisco Datol Jr. (SENIOR CITIZENS) See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * Metropolitan Manila Development Authority The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA; ) is a government agency of the Philippines responsible for constituting the regional government of Metro Manila, compr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Legislative Franchises
The Philippine House Committee on Legislative Franchises, or House Legislative Franchises Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction is on the grant, amendment, extension or revocation of franchises. Members, 19th Congress See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * ABS-CBN franchise renewal controversy The shutdown of ABS-CBN broadcasting arose from the lack of renewal of Philippine media network ABS-CBN's congressional broadcast franchise. The disputes between the administrations of Presidents Benigno Aquino III and Rodrigo Duterte and th ... * Meralco franchise renewal controversy * References External links House of Representatives of the Philippines {{Philippine House of Representatives Legislative Franchises ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Labor And Employment
The Philippine House Committee on Labor and Employment, or House Labor and Employment Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction includes the following: * Advancement and protection of the rights and welfare of worker * Employment and manpower development inclusive of the promotion of industrial peace and employer-employee cooperation * Labor education * Labor standards and statistics * Organization and development of the labor market including the recruitment, training and placement of manpower Members, 18th Congress Historical members 18th Congress Vice Chairperson * Rodolfo Albano (LPGMA) Member for the Majority * Francisco Datol Jr. (SENIOR CITIZENS) See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * Labor Code of the Philippines * Department of Labor and Employment A ministry of labour ('' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Human Rights
The Philippine House Committee on Human Rights, or House Human Rights Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction includes the following: * Assistance to victims of human rights violations and their families * Prevention of human rights violations * Protection and enhancement of human rights * Punishment of perpetrators of human rights violations Members, 20th Congress As of June 30, 2025, all committee membership positions are vacant until the House convenes for its first regular session on July 28. Historical membership rosters 18th Congress 19th Congress See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * Commission on Human Rights * Human rights in the Philippines Notes References External links House of Representatives of the Philippines {{Philippine House of Representatives Human Right ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Ethics And Privileges
The Philippine House Committee on Ethics and Privileges, or House Ethics and Privileges Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction is on the duties, conduct, rights, privileges and immunities, dignity, integrity and reputation of the House of Representatives of the Philippines and its members. Members, 20th Congress As of June 30, 2025, all committee membership positions are vacant until the House convenes for its first regular session on July 28. Historical membership rosters 18th Congress See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees This is a complete list of Philippine Congressional committees (standing committees, and special committees) that are currently operating in the House of Representatives of the Philippines, the lower house of the Philippine Congress. __TOC__ ... References ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Civil Service And Professional Regulation
The Philippine House Committee on Civil Service and Professional Regulation, or House Civil Service and Professional Regulation Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction includes the following: * Organization, operation, management, rules and regulations of the civil service * Regulation of admission to and the practice of professions * Status, welfare and benefits of government officers and employees Members, 18th Congress See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * Civil Service Commission of the Philippines * Professional Regulation Commission The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC; ) is a three-member commission attached to Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Its mandate is to regulate and supervise the practice of professionals (except lawyers, who are handled by the ... ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Banks And Financial Intermediaries
The Philippine House Committee on Banks and Financial Intermediaries, or House Banks and Financial Intermediaries Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction includes the following: * Banking and currency * Government-owned or controlled banks and financial institutions * Insurance * Non-government banks and financial institutions * Securities and securities exchange Members, 18th Congress Historical members 18th Congress Member for the Majority * Nestor Fongwan ( Benguet–Lone, PDP–Laban) See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees * Securities and Exchange Commission * Philippine Stock Exchange The Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (; ) is the national stock exchange of the Philippines. The exchange was created in 1992 from the merger of the Manila Stock Exchange and the Makati Sto ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine House Committee On Appropriations
The Philippine House Committee on Appropriations, or House Appropriations Committee is a standing committee of the Philippine House of Representatives. Jurisdiction As prescribed by House Rules, the committee's jurisdiction is on the expenditures of the national government which includes the following: * Creation or abolition and classification of positions in government * Determination of salaries, allowances and benefits of government personnel * Payment of public indebtedness Members, 19th Congress Members, 18th Congress Historical members 18th Congress Chairperson * Isidro Ungab ( Davao City–3rd, HNP) July 24, 2019 – March 2, 2020 Members for the Majority * Marissa Andaya ( Camarines Sur–1st, NPC) * Francisco Datol Jr. (SENIOR CITIZENS) * Nestor Fongwan ( Benguet–Lone, PDP–Laban) See also * House of Representatives of the Philippines * List of Philippine House of Representatives committees This is a complete list of Philippine Congress ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Edwin Olivarez
Edwin de Leon Olivarez (born August 14, 1963) is a Filipino politician, athlete, and businessman currently serving as a Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Parañaque's 1st District since 2022 and previously from 2010 to 2013. He previously served as Mayor of Parañaque from 2013 to 2022, as well as the Metro Manila Council Chair and head of the Regional Peace and Order Council – National Capital Region in concurrent capacity. He also served as board member of Laguna before serving as Vice Governor of Laguna from 2004 to 2007. He unsuccessfully ran for Governor of Laguna in 2007. Olivarez played on the national tennis team, and was NCAA Junior and Senior Tennis Champion. In February 2025, Olivarez was one of the 95 Lakas–CMD members who voted to impeach vice president Sara Duterte. Early life Olivarez is the son of former mayor and incumbent San Dionisio barangay captain Pablo Olivarez and older brother of incumbent mayor Eric Olivarez. Political ca ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
