In 2016, Bordado was elected as the Representative for Camarines Sur's 3rd District, a position he has held since.

During his time in Congress, Bordado has authored and co-authored numerous bills, including: Bordado has also been instrumental in addressing the needs of his constituents during the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing programs such as the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) and the Bayanihan E-ataman initiative, which provided assistance to COVID-19 patients and their families.

Before entering politics, Bordado was an active writer, contributing articles and poems to national newspapers and magazines.

[2] In December 2024, Bordado endorsed the third impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte, citing her alleged misuse of confidential funds and betrayal of public trust.

[3] Bordado is married to Georgina Junsay, the first female president of the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA).