Purpose and Occasion for the Declaration
- The special day is declared in celebration of the Cimmarones Festival, a local cultural and traditional event.
- The declaration aims to provide the residents of Pili the opportunity to fully participate in the festival’s activities and ceremonies.
Authority and Issuance
- The declaration is issued under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
- The Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, officially promulgated the proclamation by signing it and affixing the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
Legal Effect and Implementation
- As a special (non-working) day, the day is recognized as a public holiday for the locality mentioned, allowing workers in that area a non-working day with corresponding benefits as per existing labor laws regarding special days.
- The declaration permits local government and institutions to hold appropriate commemorative activities without workday obligations.
Documentation and Formality
- The proclamation is dated March 30, 2023, and was issued in the City of Manila.
- The formal language and procedure underscore the official nature of the declaration and its compliance with governmental protocols.