Law Summary
Purpose and Rationale
- The declaration aims to provide the people of General Santos full opportunity to celebrate and participate in the Indigenous Peoples' Blaan Day.
- Appropriate ceremonies are encouraged to mark the occasion.
- Observance of applicable public health measures prescribed by the national government is mandated.
Authority and Effectivity
- The proclamation is made by the Executive Secretary, Victor D. Rodriguez, under the authority of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- The document is signed and sealed by the Executive Secretary in Manila on 15 July 2022.
Additional Declaration for Municipality of Ipil
- Separately, Tuesday, 26 July 2022, is declared a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Ipil, Province of Zamboanga Sibugay.
- This declaration is also made under the same authority and authority granted by the President.
Legal Formalities
- The proclamation bears the official seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
- It is properly documented and dated ensuring official recognition and effectivity of the special non-working days.