Commemoration Reason
- The declaration marks the 158th birth anniversary of General Miguel Malvar.
- General Miguel Malvar was a prominent figure in the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine-American War.
- He was born in Sto. Tomas, Batangas on 27 September 1865.
Purpose of the Declaration
- To allow the residents of the Municipality of Malvar to fully participate in the celebration.
- To give the people the opportunity to honor the legacy of General Miguel Malvar.
Authority and Effectivity
- The proclamation was made by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- It was signed and sealed in Manila on September 5, 2023.
Legal Status and Scope
- The special day is limited in scope only to the Municipality of Malvar, Province of Batangas.
- It is a non-working day, implying suspension of work but not necessarily a regular holiday.
Procedural and Formal Aspects
- The proclamation follows the formal issuance by the Executive Secretary by virtue of delegated authority from the President.
- The official seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to give authentic effect.
Implications for Work and Observance
- Being a special (non-working) day means that employees in the Municipality of Malvar are generally entitled to the corresponding benefits under Philippine labor laws related to non-working holidays.
- The declaration encourages official and public participation in commemorative activities related to General Miguel Malvar.