Special Non-Working Day for Butuan Festival

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PROCLAMATION NO. 190: Special Non-Working Day for Butuan Festival

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Title Supreme Court: Special Non-Working Day for Butuan Festival

Law: Proclamation No. 190

Decision Date: Mar 22, 2023

Proclamation No. 190 declares May 19, 2023, as a special non-working day in Butuan City for the celebration of the Balangay Festival, granting residents a day off with full pay and encouraging employers to compensate those who work on that day.

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Scope and Geographic Application

The special non-working day applies exclusively within the territorial jurisdiction of the City of Butuan.
It is not a nationwide or regional declaration but a local observance endorsed by the national government.

Legal Authority and Issuance

The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, under the authority delegated by the President of the Philippines.
The law explicitly identifies the signatories: the Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin and the President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

Purpose and Justification

The enactment recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Balangay Festival celebrated on the given date.
It aims to ensure the community’s full participation by providing a non-working day for appropriate ceremonies and celebrations.

Formalities and Effectivity

The proclamation is signed and sealed officially, conferring the force of law upon it.
It was executed in the City of Manila on 22 March 2023.

Impact on Work and Business

As a special non-working day, it generally means that workers in the City of Butuan are entitled to specific pay rules under Philippine labor laws applicable to special non-working days.
Employers may adjust work schedules accordingly, and businesses may close or operate under special conditions during this day.

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