Title
Declaration of Armed Forces Week
Law
Republic Act No. 10664
Decision Date
Jul 3, 2015
The last full week of August is designated as Armed Forces of the Filipino People Week to honor the contributions of Filipino military personnel, with the Department of National Defense tasked to promote observance through various programs and activities.
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Declaration of Armed Forces of the Filipino People Week

  • The last full week of August is declared as Armed Forces of the Filipino People Week.
  • This declaration recognizes the important role and contributions of both past and present Filipino military officers and personnel.

Lead Implementing Agency

  • The Department of National Defense (DND) is designated as the lead agency.
  • The DND is tasked to urge all citizens to observe and recognize the Armed Forces of the Filipino People Week.
  • The DND shall organize and conduct programs and activities to commemorate this week.

Implementing Rules and Regulations

  • The DND is mandated to promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of the Act.
  • These rules and regulations shall be issued within sixty (60) days from the approval of the Act.

Effectivity Clause

  • The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
  • Publication is to be made either in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

  • The Act was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on September 10, 2014, and May 4, 2015, respectively.
  • It was approved by the President of the Philippines on July 3, 2015.
  • Official signatories include key legislative officers and the President, indicating formal enactment of the law.

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