Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 11136)
Republic Act No. 11136 is an act declaring September 2 of every year as a special nonworking holiday in the Province of Albay, including the cities therein, in commemoration of the birth anniversary of General Simeon A. Ola.
September 2 is declared as a special nonworking holiday known as "Simeon Ola Day" in the Province of Albay to honor General Simeon A. Ola and recognize his life, service, and bravery.
General Simeon A. Ola was the last Filipino army general to surrender to the American forces during the Philippine-American war.
The special nonworking holiday applies to the Province of Albay, including all the cities within the province.
Simeon Ola Day is declared a special nonworking holiday.
The Act took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
The Act was approved by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on November 9, 2018.
Yes, under Philippine labor laws, employees who do not work on declared special nonworking holidays are generally not paid unless there is a company policy or collective bargaining agreement that states otherwise. If they work on such days, they are entitled to premium pay.
The Act was passed by the House of Representatives on May 22, 2017, and by the Senate on September 17, 2018.
The purpose is to commemorate the birth anniversary of General Simeon A. Ola and to recognize his contributions as a Filipino general known for his service and bravery during the Philippine-American war.