Law Summary
Occasion for Declaration
- The declaration commemorates the Indigenous Peoples 6th Blaan Day celebrated on 22 July 2021.
- This day honors the indigenous Blaan community's cultural heritage and traditions, marking their significant presence in the city.
Purpose and Intent
- The declaration ensures that the people of General Santos City have the opportunity to properly celebrate and participate in the Blaan Day events.
- It seeks to promote cultural awareness and appreciation for the indigenous peoples' contributions.
Conditions for Observance
- The celebration and any gatherings must adhere to prevailing community quarantine protocols.
- Compliance with public health measures such as social distancing and other related safety guidelines is mandatory to safeguard public health amid the ongoing pandemic.
Legal Authority and Implementation
- The declaration was issued by the Executive Secretary, Salvador C. Medialdea, under the authority delegated by the President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
- It demonstrates the exercise of the President’s prerogative to designate special (non-working) days for recognized cultural or historical occasions.
Formalities and Effectivity
- The proclamation was signed in the City of Manila on 9 July 2021.
- The official seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to give the declaration legal effect.
- Being a special (non-working) day, employees in the City of General Santos may typically be entitled to special non-working day benefits under Philippine labor laws, subject to compliance with governing labor regulations.