Purpose of the Declaration
- To provide the people of the Municipality of Bauang with the opportunity to fully participate in and celebrate the Founding Anniversary.
- Encouragement of appropriate ceremonies to mark the occasion.
- Ensures compliance with national government public health measures during the celebration.
Authority and Effectivity
- The declaration was made by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- The proclamation was signed and the seal of the Republic of the Philippines affixed on December 1, 2022, in the City of Manila.
Legal and Official Form
- The declaration is formalized through a proclamation, which is an official act of the government.
- The special (non-working) day applies exclusively to the Municipality of Bauang and does not affect other localities or the countrywide working schedule.
Impact on Public and Private Sectors
- As a special (non-working) day, employees are generally entitled to a non-work day with pay in accordance with Philippine labor laws.
- Employers in the Municipality of Bauang should observe this declared holiday, which may affect business operations for the day.
Compliance and Observance
- The declaration calls for observance of public health protocols as mandated by national authorities during the celebration activities.
- Ensures safety and health of the community amid the ongoing public health environment.