Title
Special Non-Working Day in Bauan, Batangas
Law
Proclamation No. 573
Decision Date
Apr 29, 2013
Proclamation No. 573 declares a special (non-working) day in the Municipality of Bauan, Batangas, allowing the people to fully participate in the "Sublian Festival" with appropriate ceremonies, while employers are required to provide benefits and compensation to their employees.

Law Summary

Purpose and Occasion for the Declaration

  • The special non-working day is declared in recognition of the Sublian Festival, a cultural and religious celebration unique to Bauan.
  • The declaration aims to provide the residents of Bauan full opportunity to engage in and participate in the festival's ceremonies and activities.

Authority and Legal Basis

  • The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, under the authority delegated by the President of the Philippines, Benigno S. Aquino III.
  • The Executive Secretary's issuance reflects the President's power to declare special non-working days for local observances.

Implementation and Effectivity

  • The proclamation took effect on the day it was signed, April 29, 2013, officially making May 3, 2013, a special non-working day in Bauan.
  • Public and private entities within the municipality are expected to observe this day accordingly.

Formalities and Signatories

  • The document was signed by the President and the Executive Secretary, with the seal of the Republic of the Philippines affixed, underscoring its official and binding nature.
  • The proclamation explicitly identifies the date and place of issuance to formalize the declaration.

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