Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 7601)
Republic Act No. 7601 declares February 11 of each year as Governor Evelio B. Javier Day, a special nonworking public holiday in the provinces of Antique, Capiz, Aklan, and Iloilo.
February 11 of each year is declared as Governor Evelio B. Javier Day.
The provinces of Antique, Capiz, Aklan, and Iloilo.
To commemorate the death anniversary of the late Governor Evelio B. Javier.
No, it is a special nonworking public holiday only in the provinces of Antique, Capiz, Aklan, and Iloilo.
The Act took effect upon its approval on June 3, 1992.
It was approved by then President Corazon C. Aquino.
No, the law does not specify any penalties for non-observance.
It legally recognizes the day as a holiday in those provinces, requiring cessation of work and observance to honor the significance of the occasion.
The Senate and the House of Representatives enacted RA 7601.