Geographical Scope of the Holiday
- The special nonworking holiday applies exclusively to the Province of Occidental Mindoro.
- It does not extend to other provinces or regions outside Occidental Mindoro.
Purpose of the Holiday
- To honor and commemorate the founding anniversary of Occidental Mindoro.
- To promote local history and cultural recognition within the province.
Effectivity Clause
- The Act will take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication must be done either in the Official Gazette or a newspaper with general circulation within the Philippines.
Legislative Process and Approval
- The bill originated in the House of Representatives.
- Passed by the House on July 26, 2017.
- Passed by the Senate on September 3, 2018.
- Approved by the President on October 30, 2018.
Signatories and Authentication
- Signed by Vicente C. Sotto III, President of the Senate.
- Signed by Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
- Authenticated by the Secretary of the Senate and Acting Secretary General of the House.
- Finally approved and signed by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte.