Republic Act No. 229

: Cockfighting, horse racing, and jai-alai are prohibited on December 30 each year.
: December 30 is the date of the martyrdom of Jose Rizal, the Philippine national hero.
: The mayor of each municipality and chartered city is responsible for creating the committee.
: The committee may seek assistance and cooperation from any government department, bureau, office, agency, or local civic and educational institutions.
: The raising of the Philippine flag at half mast on all vessels and public buildings.
: A fine not exceeding two hundred pesos, or imprisonment not exceeding six months, or both.
: The mayor faces an additional punishment of suspension from office for one month.
: The president, director, or any other official responsible for the violation shall be held criminally liable.
: It took effect upon its approval on June 9, 1948.
: Yes, it expressly states that it prohibits these activities notwithstanding existing laws and regulations to the contrary.