Steve Solon

Steve Chiongbian Solon (born March 3, 1971) is a Filipino businessman and politician who has served as the representative for Sarangani's at-large district since 2022. He previously served as the fourth governor of Sarangani from 2013 to 2022 and as vice governor from 2007 to 2013.

The grandson of James and Priscilla Chiongbian, who served as representative and governor, respectively, Solon carries a background in business.

In February 2025, Solon was one of the 95 Lakas–CMD members of Congress who voted to impeach vice president Sara Duterte.

Early life and education After receiving his Associate’s Degree from Valley Forge Military Academy in Pennsylvania, he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Fordham University in New York.

Straight out of college, Solon passed the General Securities Representative Exam (Series 7) and the Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination (Series 63) and became a licensed stock broker on Wall Street.

Governor of Sarangani (2013–2022) In 2013, Solon became the fourth governor of Sarangani.

House of Representatives (2022–present) On June 9, 2022, Solon left PDP-Laban to join the Lakas–CMD party prior to the start of the 19th Congress. On February 5, 2025, Solon was among the 95 Lakas–CMD members who voted to impeach vice president Sara Duterte.