Mannix Dalipe

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Mendoza and the surname or paternal family name is Dalipe.

Manuel Jose "Mannix" Mendoza Dalipe (born January 27, 1973) is a Filipino politician who served as the Representative for the 2nd Legislative District of Zamboanga City from 2016 to 2025 and as the Majority Floor Leader in the House of Representatives from 2022 to 2025. He is a member of the Nationalist People's Coalition (NPC).

Mannix Dalipe
Dalipe's 19th Congress portrait
House Majority Leader
In office July 25, 2022 – June 30, 2025
House Speaker	Martin Romualdez
Preceded by	Martin Romualdez
Succeeded by	Sandro Marcos
Member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines from Zamboanga City's 2nd District
In office June 30, 2016 – June 30, 2025
Preceded by	Lilia Macrohon-Nuño
Succeeded by	Jerry Perez
Vice Mayor of Zamboanga City
In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2010
Mayor	Celso Lobregat
Preceded by	Beng Climaco
Succeeded by	Cesar Itturalde
Member of the Zamboanga City Council
In office June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2007
Personal details
Born	Manuel Jose Lalay Mendoza Dalipe (1973-01-27) January 27, 1973 (age 52) San Miguel, Manila, Philippines
Political party	Lakas (2022–present)
Other political affiliations	NPC (2009–2012; 2013–2022) UNA (2012–2013) Independent (2007–2009) LDP (until 2007)
Spouse	Keenah V. Dalipe
Children	2
Parent(s)	Manuel Dalipe (father) Ma. Rosario Mendoza (mother)
Alma mater	De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde (BS) Ateneo de Zamboanga University (MBA)
Profession	Politician, Businessman

Majority Floor Leader

On July 25, 2022, Dalipe was appointed as the Majority Floor Leader of the House of Representatives, succeeding Martin Romualdez. In this role, he has been instrumental in advancing legislative priorities and maintaining cohesion among House members. Dalipe has been a vocal advocate for constitutional reform, particularly the revision of the 1987 Constitution, and has called for an end to investigations into alleged paid signature campaigns for charter change.^[1]

Key legislative initiatives

Dalipe has been involved in several high-profile legislative issues. He has been a strong advocate for charter change, pushing for amendments to the 1987 Constitution to address economic and political reforms. In September 2024, Dalipe joined other lawmakers in issuing a graft warning to Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing accountability in government spending.^[2] Additionally, he addressed the controversy surrounding the P612.5 million confidential funds, accusing Vice President Duterte of diverting attention from the issue.^[3]