Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 9701)
October 2 of every year is declared an official nonworking holiday known as "Majayjay Day".
The nonworking holiday is observed in the Municipality of Majayjay, Province of Laguna.
To commemorate the foundation of the Municipality of Majayjay.
Yes, all barangays in the Municipality of Majayjay are included.
The Act took effect upon its approval on August 7, 2009.
The Act was approved by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, with the Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile and House Speaker Prospero C. Nograles involved in its passage.
It formally recognizes a day of local historical importance and mandates nonworking status for observance, promoting local heritage and community activities.
It is limited to the Municipality of Majayjay and all its barangays only.
The House of Representatives passed the bill on April 29, 2008, and the Senate on May 26, 2009.
October 2 is recognized as "Majayjay Day".