Title
Supreme Court
Special Nonworking Holiday in Cavite City
Law
Republic Act No. 11124
Decision Date
Oct 30, 2018
Republic Act No. 11124 declares September 7 as a special nonworking holiday in the City of Cavite, commemorating its founding anniversary and allowing residents to celebrate and showcase the city's culture and achievements.

Law Summary

Purpose and Significance

  • The holiday serves to recognize and celebrate the historical and cultural importance of the founding of the City of Cavite.
  • It promotes civic pride and awareness among the residents of Cavite.

Effectivity

  • The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
  • Publication must be made either in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation to ensure public dissemination.

Legislative Process and Approval

  • The Act originated in the House of Representatives.
  • Passed by the House of Representatives on August 29, 2017.
  • Passed by the Senate on September 10, 2018.
  • Approved by the President of the Philippines on October 30, 2018.

Legal and Administrative Provisions

  • The Act explicitly applies only to the City of Cavite within the Province of Cavite.
  • Designates the holiday as a special nonworking holiday, which has implications for labor and employment regulations concerning work on holidays.

Key Officials Involved

  • Vicente C. Sotto III, President of the Senate.
  • Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
  • Rodrigo Roa Duterte, President of the Philippines at the time of approval.
  • Myra Marie D. Villarica, Secretary of the Senate.
  • Dante Roberto P. Maling, Acting Secretary General of the House of Representatives.

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