Joey Lina
| Jose "Joey" D, Lina Jr. | |
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| Senator of the Philippines | |
| In office June 30, 1987 – June 30, 1995 |
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| Governor of Laguna | |
| In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 2001 |
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| Preceded by | Restituto Luna |
| Succeeded by | Teresita S. Lazaro |
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| Born | December 22, 1951 Victoria, Laguna |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Political party | None |
| Other political affiliations |
PDP-Laban (1987-2001) |
| Spouse(s) | Loretta Atienza |
| Relations | Jose Lina, Sr. (father) |
| Alma mater | University of Santo Tomas |
| Occupation | businessman |
| Profession | Public Servant/Businessman |
Joey Lina is former Laguna governor and former senator of the Philippines. [1]
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Early life
He was born Jose D. Lina, Jr. on December 22, 1951 in Masapang, Victoria, Laguna.
Personal Life
He is married to Loretta Atienza, with whom he has six children. The Lina family is active in Catholic renewal movement.
Educational life
Prior to finishing Law at the Top 10 of his Class in the University of the Philippines in 1979 and passing the Bar Exams in 1980. Lina had obtained an AB Economics degree from the University of Santo Tomas in 1975.
Career
Lina has filled 338 bills and was responsible for several landmark measures including the Urban Development and Housing Act of 1992 and the creation of the Philippine Sports Commission.[2]
Political Life
Senator Jose “Joey” D. Lina, Jr. was the youngest member of the Senate from 1987 to 1992. He was elected governor of Laguna and served from 1995 to 2001. He was Secretary of the Department of Interior and Local Government. He is at present the president of Manila Hotel.
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‡ — Appointed Secretary of Foreign Affairs on October 15, 1987.
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‡ — Under the transitory provisions of the Philippine constitution, 24 senators were elected in this election. The first 12 senators who garnered the highest votes would have a 6 six year term while the next 12 senators would have a 3 year term.
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- 1951 births
- Living people
- Senators of the 9th Congress of the Philippines
- Senators of the 8th Congress of the Philippines
- Secretaries of the Interior and Local Government of the Philippines
- University of Santo Tomas alumni
- Governors of Laguna (province)
- Laban ng Demokratikong Pilipino politicians
- People from Laguna (province)
- Arroyo Administration cabinet members
