QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 568)
The proclamation states that the declaration is made by the Executive Secretary “by authority of the President” (RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE). This reflects the President’s/Executive authority to issue proclamations for public observances, with the Executive Secretary acting for and under the President’s authority.
Saturday, 15 September 2018 was declared a special (non-working) day in the Province of Bulacan.
The Province of Bulacan would mark the celebration of the 120th anniversary of the inauguration of the Malolos Congress.
Salvador C. Medialdea signed it as Executive Secretary, doing so “by authority of the President” Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
The proclamation is dated August 31, 2018 (as indicated by “[ PROCLAMATION NO. 568, August 31, 2018 ]”).
It was “Done in the City of Manila” on the 13th day of August 2018. This is the signing/affixing date shown in the attestation portion, which may not match the publication/date line of the proclamation heading.
They establish the factual and policy reasons: (1) 15 September 2018 is a Saturday and Bulacan will celebrate the 120th anniversary of the Malolos Congress inauguration; and (2) it is fitting and proper to give the people full opportunity to participate.
It declares that Saturday, 15 September 2018 is a special (non-working) day in the Province of Bulacan.
It specifically states “Executive Secretary, by authority of the President RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE.” The signature block and “By authority of the President” language also indicate presidential delegation/authority.
The scope is limited to the Province of Bulacan.
It implies that the date is treated as an official non-working day for the province, signaling that government offices and most work are not conducted, and activities should align with the proclamation.
It shows that special days may be declared to commemorate historical milestones and enable public participation in official ceremonies.
The heading gives the proclamation number and the cited date (August 31, 2018), while the “Done in the City of Manila” line indicates the signing/attestation date (August 13, 2018). Students should note that these dates may differ due to issuance, signing, and/or documentation timing.