Title
March 20 Special Working Holiday San Ferdo
Law
Republic Act No. 8945
Decision Date
Aug 24, 2000
Republic Act No. 8945 declares March 20th as a special working holiday in the City of San Fernando, Province of La Union, to commemorate the city's creation, with the aim of honoring its history and development.

Geographic Scope

  • The special working holiday is applicable exclusively within the jurisdiction of the City of San Fernando, La Union.
  • It does not extend to other cities, municipalities, or provinces outside La Union.

Nature of Holiday

  • Classified as a "special working holiday," meaning that work may proceed as usual but with specific rules regarding pay and observance.
  • Employers and employees must observe labor regulations related to special holidays.

Effectivity of the Act

  • The provisions take effect immediately upon approval of the law.
  • No delays or implementing rules are stipulated for its enforcement.

Legislative Process

  • The Act was authored and passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate of the Philippines.
  • Final approval was given on August 24, 2000, by the President of the Philippines.

Legal Significance

  • The law recognizes and institutionalizes a commemoration day significant to the local community.
  • It mandates observance of the day while balancing economic activity given the special working holiday status.

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