The 2025 Philippine midterm elections, scheduled for May 12, will determine the composition of the House of Representatives, including the allocation of seats to party-list groups. Understanding the party-list system is crucial to grasp how many groups can secure representation.

Understanding the Party-List System
The Philippine House of Representatives comprises 317 seats, with 254 elected from legislative districts and 63 reserved for party-list representatives . The party-list system is designed to ensure representation for marginalized and underrepresented sectors.
Under this system, party-list groups participate in a nationwide election, and the allocation of the 63 seats follows specific rules:
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2% Threshold: A party-list group must secure at least 2% of the total party-list votes to be eligible for a seat.
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Maximum of Three Seats: No party-list group can obtain more than three seats, regardless of the percentage of votes received.
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Filling Remaining Seats: If not all 63 seats are filled by groups meeting the 2% threshold, the remaining seats are allocated to other groups in descending order of votes received until all seats are occupied.
Projected Outcomes for 2025
In the upcoming 2025 elections, 155 party-list groups are vying for the 63 available seats. Recent surveys provide insights into potential outcomes:
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Pulse Asia Survey: Conducted from March 23 to 29, 2025, the survey indicates that 45 party-list groups have a chance to secure at least one seat in the House of Representatives.
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Top Contenders: Five party-list groups are projected to secure the maximum of three seats each, based on their strong performance in the surveys.
These projections suggest that while many groups are contesting, only a fraction will achieve representation, with a few dominating the allocation due to higher vote shares.
Factors Influencing Party-List Success
Several elements can impact the success of party-list groups:
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Public Awareness and Advocacy: Groups with strong advocacy campaigns and public engagement tend to perform better.
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Political Alliances: Affiliations with major political parties or influential figures can boost a group's visibility and credibility.
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Regional Support: Some groups have strongholds in specific regions, which can significantly contribute to their overall vote count.
Conclusion
The 2025 Philippine midterm elections will see intense competition among 155 party-list groups for 63 seats in the House of Representatives. While the system aims to provide representation for various sectors, projections indicate that only a select number of groups will secure seats, with a few achieving the maximum allocation. Voter awareness and participation remain crucial in shaping a representative and inclusive legislative body.
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