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.