Title
Special Holiday for Iglesia ni Cristo Anniversary
Law
Republic Act No. 9645
Decision Date
Jun 12, 2009
A Philippine law designates July 27 as a special national working holiday to observe and commemorate the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo, recognizing their spiritual leadership and promoting good citizenry, while repealing any conflicting laws or regulations.
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Q&A (Republic Act No. 9645)

The title of Republic Act No. 9645 is the 'Commemoration of the Founding Anniversary of Iglesia ni Cristo Act'.

Republic Act No. 9645 declares July 27 of every year as a special national working holiday in the Philippines.

The purpose is to commemorate the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo in recognition of its exemplary feat of leading its members towards spiritual enlightenment and good citizenry.

Section 26, Chapter 7 of Executive Order No. 292, otherwise known as the Administrative Code of 1987, as amended.

The Act took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.

Republic Act No. 9645 was approved by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on June 12, 2009.

The declared policy is to observe the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo every July 27 in recognition of its contributions to spiritual enlightenment and good citizenship.

Republic Act No. 9645 declares July 27 as a special national working holiday.

Any law, presidential decree, executive order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule, or regulation contrary to or inconsistent with this Act is repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

No penalty or sanction is specified in Republic Act No. 9645.


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