Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 11374)
April 5 of every year is declared as a special working holiday in the province of Pangasinan in commemoration of its founding anniversary, known as the "Pangasinan Day."
The province of Pangasinan is the sole province affected by Republic Act No. 11374 regarding the declaration of "Pangasinan Day."
Upon proclamation of the President, April 5 of every year shall be a special nonworking holiday in the Province of Pangasinan.
The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Republic Act No. 11374 was approved by then President Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
The Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines enacted Republic Act No. 11374.
April 5 commemorates the founding anniversary of the province of Pangasinan.
No. April 5 becomes a special nonworking holiday in Pangasinan only upon proclamation by the President.
April 5 is declared a special working holiday by law. However, with the President's proclamation, it may be observed as a special nonworking holiday.
The House of Representatives passed the bill on May 22, 2017.