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Majority Floor Leader
Commission on Appointments — Serving in a leadership role within the constitutional body that reviews key presidential appointments.
Biography
Experience at every level of government
Congressman Jurdin Jesus “JJ” M. Romualdo represents the Lone District of Camiguin in the House of Representatives and serves as Majority Floor Leader of the Commission on Appointments.
Congressman Romualdo has devoted nearly four decades to public service. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan (1980) and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of the East (1986). He began his public career in the Congressional District Office of Camiguin before winning his own seat in the House.
Across his years as Representative, Governor of Camiguin, and Mayor of Mambajao, his focus has remained consistent: bringing national attention and resources to one of the country’s smallest but most beloved island provinces.
Education
He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan (1980) and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of the East (1986).
Career in service
Nearly four decades of leadership
1987–1998
Chief of Staff
Congressional District Office of Camiguin
1998–2007
Representative
Lone District of Camiguin · 11th–13th Congress
2007–2016
Governor
Province of Camiguin
2016–2019
Mayor
Municipality of Mambajao
2019–2022
Governor
Province of Camiguin
2022–present
Representative
Lone District of Camiguin · 19th–20th Congress
Leadership & Roles
Trusted with national responsibility
Member, Commission on Appointments
19th & 20th Congress — Among the select members entrusted to confirm or reject presidential appointments to the Cabinet, military, and foreign service.
Senior Legislator & Former Governor
Lone District of Camiguin — Serving multiple terms across three decades, with a record spanning national lawmaking and local governance.
The Lone District of Camiguin
One island, one district, one shared future
Camiguin is an island province in Northern Mindanao, Region X, represented as a single congressional district. Known for its volcanic landscape, close-knit municipalities, and growing visitor economy, its development depends on reliable connections, accessible services, and growth that protects what makes the island unique.
District facts are editable and should be confirmed by the Congressman’s office before launch.
District priorities
Service focused on everyday needs
Infrastructure & Connectivity
Safer, more reliable links within the island and to the rest of the region.
Tourism & Livelihood
Sustainable opportunity that protects the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
Healthcare
Accessible services and stronger local health systems for Camiguinon families.
Education & Youth
Learning opportunities that prepare young people to build their future at home.
Disaster Resilience
Prepared communities and durable infrastructure for an island exposed to natural hazards.
Agriculture & Fisheries
Support for farmers and fisherfolk who sustain the island’s food and economy.
