Law Summary
Context and Reason for Declaration
- The declaration followed the death of Governor Roel Ragay Degamo on March 4, 2023.
- The special day was meant to allow the local community to grieve and honor the memory of the deceased governor and other victims.
Authority and Legal Basis
- The Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, acting under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., issued the proclamation.
- The declaration included the official seal of the Republic of the Philippines, thus formalizing the order.
Purpose and Social Considerations
- The special day recognizes the importance of public mourning and respects the deceased public officials.
- Provides an opportunity for the people of Negros Oriental to participate in the interment ceremonies and related commemorative activities.
Geographic Scope and Effect
- The holiday is limited exclusively to the Province of Negros Oriental.
- As a special (non-working) day, employees in this area are generally entitled to the benefits and rules applicable to such holidays under Philippine labor laws.
Administrative Details
- The proclamation was signed on March 15, 2023, in the City of Manila.
- The declaration serves as an official government directive to all relevant agencies and the public in the Province of Negros Oriental.