Reelected Leyte First District Rep. Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez expressed satisfaction on the gains under the Marcos administration as he vowed to work on the legislative priorities of the 20th Congress that will complement the President’s socio-economic roadmap.
“I am proud of the gains we have made under his steady and compassionate leadership. From bold economic recovery initiatives to decisive investments in agriculture, infrastructure, education, and digital innovation, the President has shown that strong governance can uplift lives and restore confidence in our nation’s future,” said Romualdez, who was Speaker of the 19th Congress and is president of Lakas-CMD.
“But the work is far from over. The Filipino people continue to face challenges—from rising costs of basic goods to the need for better healthcare, stable jobs, and improved access to education and social services. This year’s SONA is a chance to build on what we have achieved and set a clear, compassionate, and forward-looking agenda that speaks to the real needs of our people,” he added.
Romualdez said the House is committed to work with the Marcos administration through pieces of legislation that will uplift every Filipino.
“We in the House of Representatives stand firmly behind the President’s vision. We are ready to translate his priorities into action by passing laws that will ease the burden on Filipino families, strengthen our economy, and ensure that no one is left behind in the journey toward a truly inclusive and secure future,” he said.
Romualdez recently led the Congressional Consultative Forum on Regional Priorities for Regions X, XI, and CARAGA, hosted at the Almont Inland Resort in Butuan City, where lawmakers engaged in a wide-ranging dialogue on local development needs, national policy alignment, and shared legislative goals under President Marcos’ Bagong Pilipinas vision.
“This forum is more than a gathering of colleagues—it is a reflection of our commitment to listening, learning, and legislating for the people. We are united not just by party lines, but by our shared duty to uplift every Filipino,” Romualdez said.
Central to the discussions was the “House-to-House Agenda,” a seven-point framework that guides the legislative priorities of the 20th Congress and complements the President’s socio-economic roadmap.
These development pillars are:
1. Food Security – Supporting agricultural modernization and regional food systems to ensure accessible and affordable food.
2. Clean Water Access – Expanding infrastructure for safe and reliable water, especially in underserved areas.
3. Affordable and Stable Electricity – Promoting energy reforms and rural electrification to boost local productivity and quality of life.
4. Reliable Transportation – Strengthening connectivity through roads, ports, and transport systems that link communities to opportunities.
5. Sustainable Livelihood – Empowering MSMEs, cooperatives, and local industries to create dignified, long-term employment.
6. Accessible Healthcare – Enhancing public health services, including rural hospitals and barangay health stations.
7. Quality Education – Improving access through investment in schools, teacher support, and digital learning platforms.
“Gobyernong may malasakit. Kongresong may puso. Sa pagkakaisa natin, walang maiiwan sa Bagong Pilipinas,” Romualdez said.
