Republic Act No. 9193

Legal Principle/Provision: Republic Act No. 9193 declares March 7 of every year as a special working public holiday in the City of Tagum, Province of Davao del Norte. This holiday is instituted to allow residents to commemorate and celebrate the foundation day of Tagum City.
Key Definitions Introduced:
- Special Working Holiday: A day recognized by law where employees are required to work but are entitled to special pay provisions.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- Residents and local government units are encouraged to organize celebrations and activities in observance of the foundation day.
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details:
- The act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned:
- The document does not specify penalties or liabilities related to the observance of this holiday.

Legal Principle/Provision: The act was passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, highlighting the legislative process involved in its enactment.
Key Definitions Introduced:
- Approval: The formal consent of the President of the Philippines necessary for the act to become law.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- The act originated in the House of Representatives and was finally passed on the following dates:
  - House of Representatives: March 6, 2002
  - Senate: January 22, 2003
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details:
- The act was approved on March 6, 2003.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned:
- No penalties or liabilities are mentioned in connection with the legislative process of this act.

Legal Principle/Provision: The act is signed by key legislative and executive officers, indicating formal endorsement and authority.
Key Definitions Introduced:
- Signatories: Individuals who have officially endorsed the act, including the President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the President of the Philippines.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- Signatures of the legislative leaders and the President signify the law's legitimacy and enforceability.
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details:
- The act became effective immediately upon the President's approval.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned:
- No specific penalties or consequences are noted regarding the signatories or the approval process.

Republic Act No. 9193 establishes March 7 as a special working holiday in Tagum City for annual foundation day celebrations.
The law was enacted following a defined legislative process and received formal approval from the President on March 6, 2003.
No penalties or liabilities are specified regarding the observance of this holiday or the legislative process of the act.