LIST: House Committee Chairmanships of the 20th Congress

MANILA, Philippines (3rd update. First published: July 30, 11:39 a.m.) — The House of Representatives elected chairpersons to head its standing committees for the 20th Congress. Some lawmakers, however, retained their position as chair of the committees they led in the 19th Congress.

This comes after Rep. Martin Romualdez (Leyte, 1st District) won reelection as House speaker when the 20th Congress formally convened its first session on Monday morning, July 28. 

As of August 5, the House appointed chairpersons for the following committees:

Accounts

• Chairperson: Rep. Maria Carmen Zamora
• Senior Vice Chairperson: Rep. Yedda Marie K. Romualdez
• Vice Chairpersons
  • Rep. Emmarie Lollipop Oano-Dizon 
  • Rep. Alfredo D. Maranon III 
  • Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona 
  • Rep. Jonathan Keith T. Flores 
  • Rep. Doris E. Maniquiz 
  • Rep. Victoria Co-Pilar 
  • Rep. Georgina P. De Venecia 
  • Rep. Ma. Cristina C. Angeles 

The committee is responsible for the House's internal budget, which includes its preparation, submission, approval, disbursements, accounting and financial operations.

Agriculture and Food

• Chairperson: Rep. Wilfrido Mark M. Enverga  
• Vice Chairpersons:
  • Rep. Noel “Bong” N. Rivera 
  • Rep. Emmanuel L. Iway 
  • Rep. Yevgeni Vincente B. Emano

Agrarian Reform

• Chairperson: Rep. Eleanor C. Bulot Begtang
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Rosalie Ann Salvame 

Appropriations

• Chairperson: Rep. Mikaela Angela Suansing
• Senior Vice Chair: Rep. Albert Garcia
• Vice Chairpersons:
  • Rep. Arnie B. Fuentebella 
  • Rep. Rommel Rico T. Angara 
  • Rep. Ronald B. Singson 
  • Rep. Anna York Bondoc 
  • Rep. Maria Angela S. Garcia 
  • Rep. Keith Micah Tan 
  • Rep. Ferdinand L. Hernandez 
  • Rep. Bella Vanessa Suansing  
  • Rep. Joaquin Carlos Rahman A. Nava 
  • Rep. Monique Yazmin Q. Lagdameo 
  • Rep. Edwin Ongchuan  

The committee is tasked with scrutinizing how the government uses its budget and deliberating on proposed allocations for each agency’s programs and projects — one of the most important measures filed each year.

It facilitates annual deliberations with government agencies on their budget proposals before the General Appropriations Bill proceeds to second reading in the plenary.

The committee also has the power to determine the salaries, allowances and benefits of government personnel. 

Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources

• Chairperson: Rep. Tsuyoshi Anthony G. Horibata
• Senior Vice Chairperson: Rep. Isidro Lumayag 
• Vice Chairpersons:
  • Rep. Bryan B. Revilla 
  • Rep. Manuel Manmanco 

Banks and Financial Intermediaries

• Chairperson: Rep. Irwin C. Tieng 

Basic Education and Culture

• Chairperson: Rep. Roman T. Romulo 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste 

Bicol Affairs and Economic Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Eulogio R. Rodriguez 

Civil Service and Professional Regulation

• Chairperson: Rep. Laarni Lavin Roque

Climate Change

• Chairperson: Rep. Anniela Bianca D. Tolentino

Constitutional Amendments

• Chairperson: Rep. Rufus B. Rodriguez

Cooperatives Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Felimon S. Espares 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Isidro D. Lumayag

Dangerous Drugs

• Chairperson: Rep. Jonathan Keith Flores

This committee oversees issues involving illegal drugs, including the production, use, trafficking, and regulation of controlled precursors and essential chemicals. It also addresses rehabilitation and treatment efforts for drug users.

It was part of the Quad Committee in the 19th Congress, which investigated the illegal drug trade, former President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs campaign and illegal operations of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs). 

Disaster Resilience

• Chairperson: Rep. Joseph “Jojo” L. Lara 

Economic Affairs

• Chairperson: Rep. Antonio B. Legarda Jr. 

Ecology

• Chairperson: Rep. Ma. Vanessa C. Aumentado 

Energy

• Chairperson: Rep. Jose C. Alvarez
• Vice Chairperson: 
  • Rep. Edwin Ongchuan 
  • Rep. Julius Cesar “Jay” Vergara

Ethics and Privileges

• Chairperson: Rep. JC Abalos 

Flagship Programs and Projects

• Chairperson: Rep. Jose Arturo S. Garcia Jr. 

Foreign Affairs 

• Chairperson: Rep. Ma. Rachel J. Arenas

Games and Amusements

• Chairperson: Rep. Antonio A. Ferrer 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Junard “Ahong” Q. Chan

Good Government and Public Accountability (Blue Ribbon)

• Chairperson: Rep. Joel Chua (retained)
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Alexander T. Pimentel 

Also known as the blue ribbon committee, this panel investigates the conduct of public officials and holds them accountable for alleged malfeasance, misfeasance or nonfeasance in government.

It led the probe into Vice President Sara Duterte’s alleged misuse of P612.5 million in confidential funds under the Office of the Vice President and the Department of Education during the 19th Congress — findings that were later cited in the impeachment complaint filed against her.

Government Enterprises and Privatization 

• Chairperson: Rep. Eric L. Olivares 

Government Reorganization

• Chairperson: Rep. Salvador A. Pleyto         

Health

• Chairperson: Rep. Ciriaco B. Gato Jr. 
• Senior Vice Chairperson: Rep. Yedda Marie K. Romualdez 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Julius Cesar “Jay” Vergara

Higher and Technical Education

• Chairperson: Rep. Jude A. Acidre 
• Vice Chairpersons: 
  • Rep. Eulogio R. Rodriguez 
  • Rep. Ustadz Yusop T. Alano

Housing and Urban Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Victoria Co-Pilar 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Ralph Wendell P. Tulfo

Human Rights

• Chairperson: Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr. (retained)

The committee handles all matters concerning the protection of human rights, support for victims and their families, the prevention of abuses and the prosecution of violators.

It was part of the Quad Committee in the 19th Congress, which investigated the illegal drug trade, Duterte's war on drugs campaign and illegal operations of POGOs.

Abante, who was one of its co-chairs, also looked into the extrajudicial killings that took place under the Duterte administration. 

Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples

• Chairperson: 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Caroline B. Agyao

Information and Communications Technology

• Chairperson: Rep. Miguel Luis R. Villafuerte 

Inter-Parliamentary Relations and Diplomacy

• Chairperson: Rep. Georgina VP. De Venecia 

Justice

• Chairperson: Rep. Gerville “Jinky Bitrics” R. Luistro (retained)

Labor and Employment 

• Chairperson: Rep. Ramon “Jolo” B. Revilla III 

Land Use

• Chairperson: Rep. Francisco T. Matugas 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Leody “Odie” F. Tarriela 

Legislative Franchises

• Chairperson: Rep. Jeffrey T. Ferrer 

Local Government  

• Chairperson: Rep. Florencio T. Miraflores 

Metro Manila Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Dean Asistio 

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Leody F. Tarriela

Mindanao Affairs

• Chairperson: Rep. Jason T. Almonte 

Muslim Affairs

• Chairperson: Rep. Bai Dimple I. Mastura 
• Senior Vice Chairperson: Rep. Ustadz Yusop T. Alano 

National Defense and Security

• Chairperson: Rep. Oscar G. Malapitan 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Ysmael Mangudadatu 

Natural Resources

• Chairperson: Rep. Alfredo D. Maranon III 

North Luzon Growth Quadrangle

• Chairperson: Rep. Angelo Marcos Barba  

Overseas Workers Affairs

• Chairperson: Rep. Bryan B. Revilla 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Yedda Marie K. Romualdez 

Peace, Reconciliation and Unity

• Chairperson: Rep. Samier A. Tan 

Population and Family Relations

• Chairperson: Rep. Roger G. Mercado 

Poverty Alleviation 

• Chairperson: Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

Public Accounts

• Chairperson: Rep. Terry Ridon 

The committee was part of the Quad Committee in the 19th Congress, which investigated the illegal drug trade, Duterte's war on drugs campaign and illegal operations of POGOs. It was previously chaired by Rep. Joseph Stephen "Caraps" Paduano. 

Public Information

• Chairperson: Rep. Lordan Suan

The committee oversees measures governing mass communication — from traditional media like film and television to digital platforms, including the internet — covering both industry regulation and media rights and responsibilities.

It was one of the panels of the Tri-Committee formed in the 19th Congress to investigate disinformation and "fake news" in the country, inviting political vloggers and content creators. 

Public Order and Safety

• Chairperson: Rep. Rolando Valeriano
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Ysmael Mangudadatu

The committee handles matters related to the suppression of criminality, including illegal gambling, private armed groups, terrorism, organized crime, illegal drugs and firearms regulation. It also oversees civil defense, law enforcement agencies, security agencies, the Bureau of Fire Protection and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology.

It was part of the Quad Committee in the 19th Congress, which investigated the illegal drug trade, Duterte's war on drugs campaign and illegal operations of POGOs. 

Public Works and Highways

• Chairperson: Rep. Romeo S. Momo Sr. 

Revision of Laws 

• Chairperson: Rep. Emigdio P. Tanjuatco III

Rural Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Wilton “Tonton” T. Co 

Science and Technology

• Chairperson: Rep. Julio A. Ledesma IV 

Social Services

• Chairperson: Rep. Cheeno Miguel D. Almario 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Caroline B. Agyao

Southern Tagalog Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Ramil Hernandez

Sustainable Development Goals

• Chairperson: Rep. Jose Manuel F. Alba 

Tourism

• Chairperson: Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Junard “Ahong” Q. Chan 

Trade and Industry 

• Chairperson: Rep. Maximo Y. Dalog Jr. 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Jose Manuel Floirendo Lagdameo

Transportation

• Chairperson: Rep. Franz S. Pumaren 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Carmelo J. Lazatin Jr.

Veterans Affairs and Welfare

• Chairperson: Rep. Rudy S. Caoagdagan  

Visayas Development

•  Chairperson: Rep. Lolita T. Javier  

Ways and Means

• Chairperson: Rep. Romero Miro Quimbo
  • husband of former Rep. Stella Quimbo, who was appointed as the acting chairperson of the appropriations committee in the 19th Congress.  
• Senior Vice Chair: Rep. Ernesto Dionisio Jr. 
• Vice Chairpersons:
  • Rep. Ferdinand L. Hernandez  
  • Rep. Ma. Cristina C. Angeles 

The committee is responsible for the fiscal, monetary, and financial affairs of the national government, including tariffs, taxation, revenue generation, borrowing, credit and bonded indebtedness.

It was one of the panels comprising the Murang Pagkain Super Committee in the 19th Congress, which investigated agricultural smuggling and price manipulation in the market.

Welfare of Children

• Chairperson:
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Yedda Marie K. Romualdez 

Women and Gender Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Rene Ann Lourdes G. Matibag 

Youth and Sports Development

• Chairperson: Rep. Faustino Michael Carlos T. Dy

Special Committee on Globalization and WTO

• Chairperson: Rep. Kristine Alexie B. Tutor 

Special Committee on Nuclear Energy

• Chairperson: Rep. Mark O. Cojuangco 

Special Committee on Strategic Intelligence

• Chairperson: Rep. Alexander T. Pimentel

Special Committee on Persons with Disabilities

• Chairperson: Rep. Alfelito M. Bascug

Special Committee on West Philippine Sea

• Chairperson: Rep. Maria Angela S. Garcia 

Special Committee on Creative Industry

• Chairperson: Rep. Javier Miguel L. Benitez

Special Committee on Food Security

• Chairperson: Rep. Adrian A. Salceda 
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Jose Manuel Floirendo Lagdameo 

East-ASEAN Growth Areas

• Chairperson:
• Vice Chairperson: Rep. Katrina Reika Chua-Tai  

This will be updated as the plenary appoints chairpersons of other standing and special committees for the 20th Congress.