Law Summary
Commemorative Programs and Responsibilities
- The Provincial Government of Ifugao is tasked with leading commemorative activities.
- Coordination is required with the municipal government of Kiangan, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO), and the Military Shrines Service (MSS).
- Activities must be meaningful and appropriate to honor the heroes and heroines who contributed to the liberation of the Philippines from Japanese forces.
- Participation is encouraged from officials and employees of national, provincial, and municipal agencies, as well as civic, religious, nongovernment, business, and civil society organizations.
Effectivity of the Act
- The Act will take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
Key Legal Concepts
- Special nonworking holiday refers to a designated day when work is generally suspended except in industries where work is necessary.
- Recognition of historical events through legislative declaration to foster national and local historical consciousness.
Scope and Application
- The law applies exclusively in the Province of Ifugao.
- It institutionalizes an annual day of remembrance specifically tied to a historical event with significant local and national importance.
Penalties and Enforcement
- The Act does not specify penalties for non-compliance but implies cooperation among government agencies and organizations.
- The focus is on participation and commemoration rather than enforcement through penalties.