Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 476)
Proclamation No. 476 declares Tuesday, 19 March 2024, a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Bongabong, Province of Oriental Mindoro, in observance of the Sulyog Festival.
The President of the Philippines, or an authorized representative such as the Executive Secretary, has the authority to declare special (non-working) days by issuing proclamations.
A special (non-working) day is a day where work is suspended except for certain industries. It allows people to participate in commemorative events or festivals, like the Sulyog Festival in Bongabong.
It was declared special to allow the people of Bongabong to fully participate in and enjoy the Sulyog Festival celebration on that date.
Employees are generally not required to work on special (non-working) days, or they may receive compensation as prescribed under the Labor Code and relevant Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) regulations for work performed on such days.
Lucas P. Bersamin, the Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation by authority of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
The proclamation must be officially signed and dated, and the seal of the Republic of the Philippines must be affixed, as shown in Proclamation No. 476.
No, it specifically applies only to the Municipality of Bongabong, Province of Oriental Mindoro.
It recognizes significant cultural, historical, or religious events, encourages community participation, and may provide economic and social benefits to the locality.