Historical Significance and Commemoration
- The special non-working day recognizes the 156th birth anniversary of General Artemio Ricarte.
- General Artemio Ricarte was a Filipino general notable for his role in the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine-American War.
- He was born on 20 October 1866, in Batac, Ilocos Norte.
Purpose and Intent
- The declaration aims to provide the residents of Batac full opportunity to celebrate and participate in commemorative ceremonies honoring General Ricarte.
- Celebration activities are encouraged, subject to adherence to national public health measures.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- The proclamation was issued under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- The Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, signed the proclamation on behalf of the President.
- This action was taken in Manila on 13 October 2022.
Effects and Observance
- Being a special non-working day means that work in the City of Batac is suspended for the day, with relevant implications for holiday pay and labor regulations under Philippine law.
- Observance of this day emphasizes local historical pride and national heritage.
Compliance with Public Health Measures
- The law explicitly acknowledges the necessity to adhere to the national government’s public health guidelines during commemorative events, reflecting ongoing concerns such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Formality and Implementation
- The proclamation was formally signed and sealed, ensuring its official and binding nature within the specified jurisdiction.
- The proclamation fits within the legal framework for declaring special non-working days for specific localities in the Philippines.