Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 11522)
Republic Act No. 11522 declares May 18 of every year as the National Higher Education Day to commemorate the founding anniversary of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
The National Higher Education Day is observed every May 18.
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is the lead agency in charge of the preparation and implementation of the annual program of activities and advocacy for the National Higher Education Day.
All higher education institutions are required to provide full support and assistance to the preparation and implementation of CHED’s annual program of activities and events for National Higher Education Day.
Students and employees of government agencies, government-owned and controlled corporations, local government units, public and private educational institutions, the private sector employers, and industry associations are encouraged to participate in the activities.
They are expected to encourage and afford sufficient time and opportunities for their students or employees to engage and participate in activities conducted within their schools, offices, or establishments in celebration of the National Higher Education Day.
No, the National Higher Education Day is declared as a special working day.
The Act took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two newspapers of general circulation, whichever was earlier.
No, the text of Republic Act No. 11522 does not specify any penalties for non-compliance.
The Act was passed by the Senate as Senate Bill No. 1216 on August 19, 2020, and adopted by the House of Representatives as an amendment to House Bill No. 4851 on November 16, 2020, before being approved by the President on February 5, 2021.