Tina Pancho
Tina Pancho | |
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Official portrait, 2025 | |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Bulacan's 2nd District | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Gavini Pancho |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Augustina Dominique Cruz Pancho August 4, 1964 Philippines |
| Profession | Politician |
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
- ^ a b "Tina Pancho". Rappler. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
- ^ "Certificate of Candidacy: Augustina Dominique C. Pancho (Representative, Bulacan's 2nd District)" (PDF). Commission on Elections. 2025. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
- ^ Taculao, Patricia Bianca S. (May 29, 2023). "Central figures of the 19th Congress in Region III". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 26, 2025.