Title
Supreme Court
Julian Felipe Day Holiday in Cavite
Law
Republic Act No. 7805
Decision Date
Sep 1, 1994
Republic Act No. 7805 designates January 28 as a non-working special public holiday in the City of Cavite, celebrating the birth anniversary of Professor Julian R. Felipe, the composer of the Philippine national anthem.

Law Summary

Purpose and Significance

  • The observance aims to recognize and celebrate the contribution of Julian Felipe to Philippine culture and history.
  • It serves to instill national pride and awareness about the historical significance of the national anthem.

Scope of Application

  • The holiday is specific to the City of Cavite.
  • It applies only within this geographic jurisdiction, not nationwide.

Effectivity

  • The Act took effect on September 1, 1994.
  • It lapsed into law without the President's signature pursuant to the constitutional provision (Sec. 27(1), Article VI).

Legal Basis and Enactment

  • Enacted by the Philippine Congress, consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives.
  • The law is pursuant to the constitutional legislative process.

Nonworking Special Holiday Implications

  • Being a "nonworking special public holiday" means employees are generally entitled to holiday pay or other compensation as prescribed by labor laws.
  • It affects work schedules, payroll, and government operations within the City of Cavite on that date.
  • Employers and institutions in the City of Cavite are expected to observe the holiday accordingly.

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