Declaration of Bienvenido L. Lumbera as National Artist

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PROCLAMATION NO. 1065: Declaration of Bienvenido L. Lumbera as National Artist

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Declaration of Bienvenido L. Lumbera as National Artist

Law: Proclamation No. 1065

Decision Date: May 23, 2006

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo recognizes and declares Bienvenido L. Lumbera as the National Artist for 2006, honoring his significant contributions to Filipino literature and cultural heritage.

Law Summary

Establishment of the National Artist Recognition

The category "National Artist" was created under Proclamation No. 1001 dated April 27, 1972.
Subsequent amendments and related issuances include Proclamation No. 1144 (May 15, 1973) and Presidential Decree No. 208 (June 7, 1973).

Recognition Criteria and Purpose

Recognition is given to preeminent achievements that have significantly enhanced Filipino cultural heritage.
The acknowledgment aims to honor artistic excellence and national genius that contributes to the Philippines' artistic heritage and global appreciation.

Specific Declaration and Legal Authority

Bienvenido L. Lumbera was declared National Artist for 2006.
The declaration is made by the President under constitutional powers and recommendations from the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
The proclamation references specific legal authority: Proclamation No. 1001, Proclamation No. 1144, Presidential Decree No. 208, and Executive Order No. 292 (Administrative Code of 1987).

Formalization and Effectivity

The proclamation was signed and sealed in Manila on May 23, 2006.
The declaration carries formal and legal weight as an official recognition by the Republic of the Philippines.

Legal and Cultural Impact

The proclamation affirms the government's policy to support and promote Filipino artists.
This recognition contributes to the preservation and development of Filipino arts and culture.
It serves as an official endorsement of Bienvenido L. Lumbera’s contributions to Philippine literature and culture.

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