Historical Significance
- The declaration commemorates the anniversary of the inauguration of the First Philippine Republic.
- The historic event took place at the Barasoain Church in Malolos, Bulacan.
Purpose of the Declaration
- To allow the people of Bulacan the opportunity to celebrate and participate in the anniversary.
- Encourages proper observance and ceremonies in marking the occasion.
Legal Authority and Effectivity
- The proclamation is made by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, under the authority of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- The proclamation is formally enacted on December 22, 2022.
Geographic Scope
- The special non-working day applies exclusively to the Province of Bulacan.
- This does not extend to other provinces or the national territory.
Practical Implications
- Being a special non-working day, work is generally suspended but not considered a regular holiday.
- Employers and employees in Bulacan will observe the day without regular work obligations.
Formalities and Authentication
- The proclamation includes the signature of the Executive Secretary.
- The official seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed to authenticate the document.