PROCLAMATION NO. 117

: January 23, 2023, marks the anniversary of the inauguration of the First Philippine Republic which took place at the Barasoain Church, Malolos, Bulacan.
: January 23, 2023, was declared a special (non-working) day in the Province of Bulacan.
: The declaration was made by Lucas P. Bersamin, Executive Secretary, by authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
: Proclamation No. 117, dated December 22, 2022.
: Lucas P. Bersamin, the Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation.
: The proclamation was signed in the City of Manila.
: The purpose is to give the people of Bulacan the opportunity to celebrate and participate in the occasion with appropriate ceremonies commemorating the inauguration of the First Philippine Republic.
: It applies locally, specifically in the Province of Bulacan.
: On a special (non-working) day, work is not required, and employees are generally entitled to holiday pay unless otherwise stated by law or agreement.
: Yes, the President is vested with the authority to declare special non-working days through proclamations as recognized under Philippine law.