QuestionsQuestions (Republic Act No. 9427)
Republic Act No. 9427 is entitled the law declaring February 5 of every year as a special working holiday in the Municipality of Biñan, Province of Laguna, known as “Biñan Liberation Day.”
February 5 of every year.
It is a special working holiday.
In the Municipality of Biñan, Province of Laguna.
The liberation of the town of Biñan from Japanese Imperial Forces by the 47th Division, 48th Regiment of the Hunters ROTC Guerillas under the command of Colonel Emmanuel de Ocampo.
The municipal government of Biñan, Laguna.
All sectors in Biñan.
It mandates the municipal government to coordinate efforts of all sectors in Biñan for effective implementation of the Act.
It shall take effect immediately upon its approval.
Approved on April 10, 2007, signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
The House of Representatives finally passed it on February 7, 2007, and the Senate on January 22, 2007.
Section 1 declares February 5 of every year a special working holiday in Biñan, Laguna to be known as “Biñan Liberation Day.”
The text states the bill originated in the House of Representatives and provides dates of passage by both chambers before approval—useful for legislative history review, though the operative provisions are in Sections 1–3.
No. The text only declares the day a “special working holiday” and mandates coordination for implementation; it does not specify labor/pay rules within the text provided.
By definition in Philippine holiday classifications, a “special working holiday” generally means government and private work may still proceed, though observance (e.g., commemorative activities) is expected; however, the exact labor rules depend on existing holiday and labor regulations beyond the text.