QuestionsQuestions (Republic Act No. 11136)
RA 11136 declares September 2 of every year as a special nonworking holiday in the Province of Albay, including its cities, known as “Simeon Ola Day,” in commemoration of the birth anniversary of General Simeon A. Ola.
September 2 of every year.
In the Province of Albay, including the cities therein.
“Simeon Ola Day.”
It is a local holiday limited to Albay and its cities, as expressly stated in the law.
It commemorates the birth anniversary of General Simeon A. Ola, recognizing his life, service, and bravery, and noting that he was the last Filipino army general who surrendered to American forces during the Philippine-American War.
It is declared a special nonworking holiday.
Fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
The Senate President Vicente C. Sotto III, House Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, and President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (with corresponding secretaries’ certifications).
It originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by the House on May 22, 2017 and by the Senate on September 17, 2018.
It declares September 2 as a special nonworking holiday in Albay in commemoration of his birth anniversary and in recognition of his service and bravery.
It generally entitles covered workers to the benefits and rules applicable to nonworking holidays in the locality, including commonly prescribed holiday pay rules, subject to existing labor standards and exemptions.
RA 11136 is a statute enacted by Congress. As a law, it has binding legal authority and can only be modified or repealed through proper legislative action or by higher law.
It clarifies that the holiday applies not only to the province of Albay generally but also to all cities located within Albay.
It must be published in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.