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| The HonourableGabriel H. Bordado Jr. | |
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.jpg) Official portrait, 2022 | |
| Member of the House of Representatives from Camarines Sur's 3rd district | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Leni Robredo |
| Constituency | Camarines Sur's 3rd District |
| Vice Mayor of Naga | |
| In office June 30, 2004 – June 30, 2013 | |
| Mayor | Jesse Robredo (2004–2010) John Bongat (2010–2013) |
| Preceded by | Esteban Abonal |
| Succeeded by | Nelson Legacion |
| Member of Naga City Council | |
| In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2016 | |
| In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 2004 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Gabriel Hidalgo Bordado Jr. (1955-02-15) February 15, 1955 (age 69) Calabanga, Camarines Sur, Philippines |
| Political party | Liberal (2001–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Aksyon (1998–2001) Lakas-NUCD (1995–1998) |
| Spouse | Georgina Junsay |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | University of the Philippines Los Baños University of the Philippines Diliman National University of Singapore (non-degree courses) |
| Occupation | Politician, Writer |
Gabriel Hidalgo Bordado Jr., also known as Gabby Bordado Jr. (born February 15, 1955), is a Filipino politician and writer currently serving as the Representative for Camarines Sur's 3rd District. He previously served as Vice Mayor of Naga City and as a member of the Naga City Council.
Early Life and Education
Gabriel Hidalgo Bordado Jr. was born on February 15, 1955, in Calabanga, Camarines Sur, to Gabriel Bordado Sr. and Corazon Hidalgo. He pursued his higher education at the University of the Philippines Los Baños and later at the University of the Philippines Diliman. He also took non-degree short courses at the National University of Singapore.
Political Career
Bordado began his political career in 1993 as the Acting City Administrator of Naga City. He was later elected as a member of the Naga City Council, serving from 1995 to 2004 and again from 2013 to 2016. During his tenure as Vice Mayor of Naga City (2004–2013), he worked closely with Mayor Jesse Robredo and later with Mayor John Bongat.
In 2016, Bordado was elected as the Representative for Camarines Sur's 3rd District, a position he has held since. He is currently serving his third and final term. During his time in Congress, Bordado has authored and co-authored numerous bills, including:
- Republic Act No. 11310: The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) Act.
- Republic Act No. 10931: The Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act.
- Republic Act No. 11478: Modernization of the Bicol Medical Center, increasing its bed capacity from 500 to 1,000 beds.
Bordado has also been instrumental in addressing the needs of his constituents during the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing programs such as the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) and the Bayanihan E-ataman initiative, which provided assistance to COVID-19 patients and their families.
Literary Career
Before entering politics, Bordado was an active writer, contributing articles and poems to national newspapers and magazines. His works have been anthologized in books published by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. In 2014, he published his first book, Tilling Fields, under the Ateneo De Naga Press.
Awards and Recognition
In 2020, Bordado received the Distinguished Alumnus Award for Good Governance and Public Service from the UP College of Public Affairs and Development Alumni Association.
Recent Activities
In December 2024, Bordado endorsed the third impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte, citing her alleged misuse of confidential funds and betrayal of public trust.
Personal Reated
Bordado is married to Georgina Junsay, the first female president of the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA). They have three children.
References
- "Gabriel Hidalgo Bordado, Jr". Geni.com. Retrieved October 4, 2024.
- "House of Representatives Photo Journals". House of Representatives of the Philippines. Retrieved October 4, 2024.
- De Leon, Dwight (December 19, 2024). "Third impeachment complaint vs VP Sara asserts: 'Removing her a moral obligation'". Rappler. Manila, Philippines: Rappler Inc. Retrieved January 3, 2025.
- "Hon. Gabriel H. Bordado Jr". Naga City Government. Archived from the original on May 17, 2019. Retrieved May 17, 2019.
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded byEsteban Abonal | Vice Mayor of Naga, Camarines Sur 2004–2013 |
Succeeded byNelson Legacion |
| House of Representatives of the Philippines | ||
| Preceded byLeni Robredo | Member of the House of Representatives from Camarines Sur's 3rd district 2016–present |
Incumbent |