Occasion for the Declaration
- The special day honors the 120th anniversary of the inauguration of the Malolos Congress.
- The Malolos Congress holds significant historical and cultural importance to the people of Bulacan.
Purpose and Rationale
- The declaration is made to give the people of Bulacan an opportunity to fully participate in the commemorative activities.
- Appropriate ceremonies and celebrations are encouraged to mark the occasion.
Legal Authority and Effectivity
- The declaration is made by the Executive Secretary, Salvador C. Medialdea, under the authority of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
- The proclamation is formalized with the affixing of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines and the Executive Secretary's signature.
- The special (non-working) status applies only within the territorial jurisdiction of the Province of Bulacan on the specified date.
Administrative Details
- The proclamation was signed in the City of Manila on 13 August 2018.
- The day is categorized as "special (non-working)," which typically means no regular work is required but it may not necessarily have the same holiday pay implications as a regular holiday under labor laws.