The Jurado Nacional de Elecciones (JNE) officially delivered credentials to the 130 deputies elected for the 2026-2031 legislative period this Friday, 26. The ceremony, held at the Colegio Médico del Perú, confirms the final composition of the new lower house of the bicameral Congress following the 2026 General Elections.
Ceremonial Confirmation of Election Results
JNE President Roberto Burneo led the plenary session alongside other officials, including Reniec chief Carmen Velarde and Ombudsman Josué Gutiérrez. During the event, the entity formally read Resolution N° 1411-2026-JNE, which ratifies the election outcomes. Burneo characterized the new deputies as the direct expression of citizen intent, noting that the group reflects the diverse regional needs and family concerns of the country.
Did You Know? The new lower house is comprised of 130 deputies, all of whom were required to belong to political organizations that surpassed the electoral barrier established by article 20 of the Ley Orgánica de Elecciones (Law 26859).
Legislative Seat Distribution
Six political organizations secured seats in the Chamber of Deputies based on the results of the 2026 distribution. Fuerza Popular holds the largest contingent with 41 seats, followed by Juntos por el Perú with 32. The remaining seats are divided among the Partido del Buen Gobierno (18), Renovación Popular (15), Partido Cívico Obras (14), and Ahora Nación (10).
Expert Insight: With the official delivery of credentials, the focus for these 130 deputies now shifts to the inaugural sessions of the new term, where they will begin the task of representing their respective regional constituencies within the national framework.
What Happens Next
Following the receipt of their credentials, the elected deputies are expected to prepare for their upcoming term in the 2026-2031 legislative cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who presided over the credential ceremony?
The ceremony was led by the president of the JNE, Roberto Burneo, and the Pleno of the electoral entity.
Which political parties are represented in the new lower house?
The parties are Fuerza Popular, Juntos por el Perú, Partido del Buen Gobierno, Renovación Popular, Partido Cívico Obras, and Ahora Nación.
How many deputies were sworn in during this process?
A total of 130 deputies received their credentials for the 2026-2031 period.
How might the new bicameral structure influence the legislative agenda for the upcoming term?
