Zambales Rep. Jay Khonghun has formally announced his bid for reelection as the 1st District representative of the province in the House of Representatives, hoping continue championing various causes aimed at improving the lives of his constituents and safeguarding the integrity of government services.
Khonghun filed his Certificate of Candidacy today at the Comelec Office in Iba Zambales in a reelection bid to represent the people of Olongapo City and the Municipalities of Subic, Castillejos and San Marcelino
“Itutuloy po natin ang pagseserbisyo sa mamamayan ng Zambales. Ito naman ang ating trabaho bilang kinatawan sa Kongreso, ang paglingkuran ang mga mahal nating Kalalawigan upang mabigyan ng Maayos na Representasyon sa Kamara at maipag patuloy ang mga proyekto sa imprastruktura, social services, scholarship at serbisyong medikal,” Khonghun declared.
A proud member of the Young Guns in Congress, Khonghun ensured that vital resources were allocated for projects that directly benefit 1st District of Zambales and its people, and his efforts have led to improved public services in the district, including better roads, school facilities and healthcare services.
Khonghun has in his belt a long and illustrious career in public service, starting as a Board Member of Zambalez from 2001 to 2010, mayor of the Municipality of Subic from 2010 to 2019 and Provincial Vice Governor from 2019 2022.
As a congressman, he is known for his active participation in crafting legislation that focuses on youth empowerment and anti-corruption measures as a member of the Young Guns, playing an essential role in ensuring that new ideas and dynamic reforms are incorporated into national legislation.
Khonghun is also staunch advocate for transparent and accountable governance, taking part in key investigations that seek to combat corruption and abuse in public office.
“Bilang isang lider, tungkulin kong pangalagaan ang tiwala ng ating mamamayan. Kasama ng ating pagtugon sa pangangailangan ng ating distrito ay ang pagbabantay sa pagmamalabis sa kaban ng bayan. Wala dapat lugar ang katiwalian sa ating pamahalaan,” he said.
Under Khonghun’s leadership, significant investments have been funneled into infrastructure projects, ensuring that the road networks, public facilities and social services in the 1st District of Zambales are continuously improved.
These efforts have helped create more economic opportunities and better access to public services for his constituents.
Khonghun has also been instrumental in promoting programs that uplift the youth, through scholarship programs and vocational training initiatives that prepare young Zambaleños for future success.
His focus on education and livelihood opportunities has garnered significant support from the youth and families in the district.
In seeking re-election, Khonghun vows to continue his fight for the betterment of Zambales, especially the first district. He pledged to prioritize infrastructure, education, healthcare and transparent governance in his legislative agenda should he be re-elected.