Republic Act No. 9070

: Republic Act No. 9070.
: Graciano Lopez-Jaena Day.
: December 18 of every year.
: It applies throughout the country.
: It is a special working public holiday.
: It generally means that work may still be required in certain workplaces/government offices, but employees are entitled to holiday-related benefits and compensation rules depending on their employment and the Labor Code/related issuances.
: Section 1.
: That December 18 of every year is declared as a special working public holiday throughout the country known as Graciano Lopez-Jaena Day.
: Upon its approval.
: April 8, 2001.
: Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
: The Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled.
: It originated in the House of Representatives.
: Passed by the House of Representatives on February 6, 2001, and by the Senate on October 2, 2000.
: Whether employees are required to work, what premium/holiday pay or benefits apply if they work, and how the holiday affects schedules and public office operations, subject to applicable labor rules and relevant executive department guidelines.
: “Throughout the country.”