Tina Pancho

Tina Pancho
Official portrait, 2025
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Bulacan's 2nd District
Assumed office
June 30, 2022
Preceded byGavini Pancho
Personal details
BornAugustina Dominique Cruz Pancho
(1964-08-04) August 4, 1964
Philippines
ProfessionPolitician

Augustina Dominique Cruz Pancho (born August 4, 1964), also known as Tina Pancho or Ditse Tina, is a Filipino politician serving as the representative of Bulacan's 2nd District in the House of Representatives of the Philippines since 2022.[1][2] She succeeded her brother, Gavini "Apol" Pancho, in the position.

Background

Pancho is nicknamed "Ditse Tina," with "Ditse" meaning "second eldest sister" in Hokkien. She has described the moniker as not only a familial endearment but also a reflection of her approach to public service.[1]

Legislative Work

In the 19th Congress of the Philippines, Pancho has been noted as a principal author of several bills. These include measures on:

  • granting incentives for businesses adopting rainwater harvesting technology,
  • establishing "Public Schools of the Future in Technology,"
  • strengthening the procedure for voter registration and enabling online registration systems.[3]

Personal life

She is the daughter of former Rep. Pedro M. Pancho, and the sister of former Rep. Gavini C. Pancho, both from the 2nd District of Bulacan.

References

  1. ^ a b "Tina Pancho". Rappler. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
  2. ^ "Certificate of Candidacy: Augustina Dominique C. Pancho (Representative, Bulacan's 2nd District)" (PDF). Commission on Elections. 2025. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
  3. ^ Taculao, Patricia Bianca S. (May 29, 2023). "Central figures of the 19th Congress in Region III". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 26, 2025.