Maria Fe Romerica Abunda (; born November 8, 1957) is a Filipino politician. She served as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives representing Eastern Samar's Lone District from 2019 to 2025. She served as the mayor of Borongan from 2010 to 2019. She became the first woman to be elected as Eastern Samar representative. She is the sister of television host Boy Abunda.
Political career Mayor of Borongan (2010–2019) Abunda became the Mayor of Borongan, the capital city of the province of Eastern Samar, from 2010 to 2019. During her mayoral tenure, she received criticism regarding her affiliations with political parties.
House of Representatives (2019–2025) Having been elected in 2019, Abunda represented Eastern Samar's Lone District. She was re-elected in 2022 but lost re-election in 2025 to Guiuan Mayor Sheen Gonzales. While in Congress, she authored and co-authored several House bills and republic acts.ABUNDA, MARIA FE R. | Senate of the Philippines | LEGISLATIVE DIGITAL RESOURCES
Other appointments (2022–2025) Vice-Chairman, Committee on Basic Education And Culture Vice-Chairman, Committee on Higher And Technical Education Vice-Chairman, Committee on Poverty Alleviation Member, Committee on Foreign Affairs Member, Committee on Health Member, Committee on Social Services Member, Committee on Tourism Member, Committee on Trade And Industry Member, Committee on Visayas Development Member, Committee on Women And Gender Equality
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External links Province of Eastern Samar – Provincial Officials easternsamar.gov.ph Philippine House of Representatives – Hon. Abunda, Maria Fe R. congress.gov.ph