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TACLOBAN CITY– House Speaker and Leyte 1st district Rep. Martin Romualdez welcomed the results of the latest OCTA Research “Tugon ng Masa” survey, showing a significant increase in both his trust and performance ratings, which he attributed to the public’s growing confidence in ongoing reforms at the House of Representatives.
According to the survey, Romualdez’s trust rating rose to 57%, while his performance rating climbed to 59%, a development he described as both encouraging and humbling.
“I welcome the results of the latest OCTA Tugon ng Masa survey with gratitude and a clear sense of responsibility,” Romualdez said in a statement. “These gains are broad-based, cutting across all major regions and socioeconomic groups. That tells me one thing: people are paying attention. They want honest leadership and tangible results.”
Romualdez credited the improvement to the House’s legislative focus on transparency, budget integrity, and efficient delivery of public services—priorities he has pushed since assuming the speakership in 2022.
Under his leadership, the House has passed key measures aimed at improving fiscal accountability, streamlining public spending, and ensuring that national funds benefit priority sectors, especially those most in need.
The Speaker, however, stressed that the survey results are not a time to celebrate, but rather a call to double down on efforts to ensure good governance.
“This is not a victory lap. It’s a reminder to stay focused, stay grounded, and stay accountable,” he said. “We will continue to work quietly but decisively. There is still much to be done to ensure that public funds are spent efficiently, that infrastructure projects are free from corruption, and that basic services reach those who need them most.”
Romualdez also underscored the importance of public trust in sustaining democratic institutions and advancing the government’s broader reform agenda. He pledged that the House will continue to prioritize legislation that directly impacts the lives of ordinary Filipinos.
The OCTA Tugon ng Masa survey is conducted quarterly and gauges public perception of national leaders, institutions, and social issues. The most recent results reflect sentiments gathered during the second quarter of 2025.
Romualdez, currently serving his third term as congressman of Leyte’s 1st district, plays a key role in steering legislative priorities aligned with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration.
(JOEY A. GABIETA)
