Citation, title, and issuance date
- The instrument is identified as Proclamation No. 1679.
- The proclamation is dated November 26, 2008.
- The proclamation title states: “DECLARING MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008, AS SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAY IN THE PROVINCE OF BATANGAS.”
- The publication reference shows 105 OG No. 4, 398 (January 26, 2009).
Effectivity and transitory coverage
- Monday, December 8, 2008 is declared a special (non-working) day for the Province of Batangas.
- The proclamation’s operative effect is tied to the single calendar date December 8, 2008, as the declared special non-working day.
Purpose and basis for declaration
- The proclamation is issued because Monday, December 8, 2008 marks the 427th Foundation Day anniversary of the Province of Batangas.
- The proclamation provides that the people of Batangas are given full opportunity to celebrate the occasion through appropriate ceremonies.
Geographic scope and applicability
- The declaration applies to the Province of Batangas.
- The special non-working day covers Monday, December 8, 2008 within Batangas.
Operational rule (non-working day)
- The proclamation declares Monday, December 8, 2008 as a special (non-working) day in Batangas.
- The specific designation is special (non-working), making December 8, 2008 the date governed by the proclamation.
Effect of ceremonial observance
- The proclamation is premised on ensuring the people of Batangas can participate in appropriate ceremonies for the foundation day anniversary.
Signature and attestation
- The declaration is made “IN WITNESS WHEREOF” with the hand of the signatory and the affixing of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
- The proclamation date of signing is November 26, 2008, with execution in the City of Manila.