Purpose and Eligibility of the Award
- The award honors uniformed members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Integrated National Police (INP).
- Eligible recipients must have been in active service during February 22, 1986, to February 11, 1987.
- It recognizes exceptional fidelity to the nation demonstrated during participation in the peaceful four-day February 1986 Revolution.
- It also acknowledges unselfish efforts to secure and stabilize the Philippine government formed under the Freedom Constitution promulgated on March 25, 1986.
Wearing and Placement of the Ribbon
- The ribbon is to be worn above the right breast pocket of the service uniform's coat or blouse.
- When worn, it must be placed immediately to the left of any previously received Philippine Republic Presidential Unit Citation Badge or Ribbon.
Amendments to Existing Regulations
- Current AFP and INP regulations concerning awards and decorations shall be amended to incorporate this new Award of the February 1986 Revolution Ribbon.
Announcement and Publication of the Award
- The grant of the award is to be publicly announced and published through General Orders.
- This responsibility lies with the Chief of Staff of the AFP, Major Service Commanders, and the Director General of the INP, as appropriate.
Effectivity
- The executive order creating this award takes immediate effect upon signing.
- The law was signed and promulgated on March 30, 1987, in Manila by President Corazon C. Aquino with the Executive Secretary Joker P. Arroyo.
This law emphasizes the recognition of patriotic service and the defense of democracy by uniformed personnel during a pivotal period in Philippine history, institutionalizing a symbol of honor reflecting their exceptional contributions.