PROCLAMATION NO. 627

: Proclamation No. 627 declares Thursday, 15 August 2013, as a special (non-working) day in the Province of Bulacan to commemorate its Foundation Day anniversary.
: It marks the commemoration of the Foundation Day anniversary of the Province of Bulacan.
: A special (non-working) day is a public holiday where work is generally suspended, but it is distinct from regular holidays with different wage and compensation rules under Philippine labor law.
: No, the proclamation specifically applies only to the Province of Bulacan.
: The Executive Secretary, by authority delegated by the President, can issue proclamations declaring special (non-working) days in specific areas.
: To give the people of Bulacan the opportunity to celebrate and participate in the Foundation Day anniversary.
: It was signed on 30th July 2013 in the City of Manila.
: Businesses are generally expected to suspend operations for the day, although wage rules differ from regular holidays, which affects employee compensation during this day.
: Local government units in Bulacan, labor authorities, and employers in the province are responsible for implementing the proclamation.