Rodge Gutierrez

For other uses, see Ramon Gutierrez.

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Lorejoand the surname or paternal family name is Gutierrez.

Rodge Gutierrez
Official portrait of Gutierrez
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for the 1-Rider Partylist
Incumbent
Assumed office July 25, 2022 Servingwith Bonifacio Bosita
Personal details
Born	Ramon Rodrigo Lorejo Gutierrez (1993-10-06) October 6, 1993 (age 31) [1] Quezon City, Philippines
Political party	1-Rider Partylist
Parent	Ramon Basil Gutierrez (father)
Relatives	Luis Gutierrez (brother)
Occupation	Lawyer, politician

Ramon Rodrigo "Rodge" Lorejo Gutierrez (born October 6, 1993) is a Filipino lawyer and politician currently serving as a member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines under the 1-Rider Partylist. ^[2]

Early life and education

Gutierrez was born on October 6, 1993, in Quezon City, Philippines. His father, Ramon Basil Gutierrez, is a businessman and owner of Alro Construction and Development Corp., a company that has secured contracts with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

He studied law and earned his Juris Doctor (JD) degree at Ateneo de Manila University. He later passed the Philippine Bar Examination, becoming a licensed lawyer.

Career

Early career

Gutierrez is a counsel of Gutierrez Law Office.

Political career

Gutierrez was elected to the House of Representatives in 2022, representing the 1-Rider Partylist, which advocates for the rights of motorcycle riders and road safety policies.

House Bill 3410 was one of the first bills he filed, proposing the creation of a National Traffic Enforcement and Management Center to oversee and organize traffic enforcers nationwide. He also proposed a **unified approach to traffic enforcement**, including clear road markings, accident notifications, and a streamlined vehicle registration system under the **No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP).** ^[3]

On international relations, Gutierrez has been vocal about the Philippines' stance on the West Philippine Sea. He criticized the Duterte administration for not taking a firmer stance on enforcing the 2016 South China Sea Arbitration ruling, stating that the Philippines should have reassessed its agreements with China regarding the Second Thomas Shoal. ^[4]

References

1. "56. 1-RIDER PARTY-LIST" (PDF). Commission on Elections. Retrieved October 30, 2024.
2. Noriega, Richa (May 26, 2022). "Comelec proclaims 55 winning party-list groups in Eleksyon 2022". GMA News Online. Retrieved July 22, 2024.
3. Cervantes, Filane Mikee (August 14, 2022). "Solon bats for creation of PH Traffic Center". PALAWAN NEWS. Retrieved July 22, 2024.
4. Lalu, Gabriel Pabico (May 22, 2024). "Stance should have changed after Hague ruling, says lawmaker". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved July 22, 2024.