Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 9645)
The short title of Republic Act No. 9645 is the 'Commemoration of the Founding Anniversary of Iglesia ni Cristo Act'.
July 27 of every year is declared as a special national working holiday under Republic Act No. 9645.
The purpose is to commemorate the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo in the Philippines and recognize its exemplary feat of leading its members towards spiritual enlightenment and good citizenry.
The State declares the policy to observe the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo every July 27 in recognition of its contribution to spiritual enlightenment and good citizenry.
Republic Act No. 9645 amends Section 26, Chapter 7 of Executive Order No. 292, also known as the Administrative Code of 1987, as amended.
No, Republic Act No. 9645 declares July 27 a special national working holiday, meaning work is typically required but the day is observed officially.
Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule or regulation contrary to or inconsistent with this Act is repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.
The Act took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
Republic Act No. 9645 was approved by then President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
The Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines passed Republic Act No. 9645.