Siquijor Day Holiday Declaration

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Republic Act No. 7673: Siquijor Day Holiday Declaration

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Siquijor Day Holiday Declaration

Law: Republic Act No. 7673

Decision Date: Jan 10, 1994

Republic Act No. 7673 declares September 17 as a special public holiday known as Siquijor Day in the province of Siquijor, Philippines.

Law Summary

Declaration of Siquijor Day as a Special Holiday

The law designates the 17th day of September of every year as a special nonworking public holiday.
The holiday is exclusively for the Province of Siquijor.
It is named "Siquijor Day" in commemoration of the creation of the province.

Effectivity of the Act

The Act took effect immediately upon approval.
It lapsed into law on January 10, 1994, by virtue of Section 27(1), Article VI of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, due to the President's inaction (no signature).

Legal Significance and Observance

The special nonworking holiday provides recognition and commemoration of Siquijor Province's foundation.
It allows residents of the province to observe and celebrate their historical and cultural identity.
As a nonworking holiday, workers in the province are entitled to benefits under existing labor laws applicable to special holidays.

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