Scope and Coverage
- The holiday applies to the entire country.
- It is a special nonworking holiday, thereby affecting work schedules and official functions nationwide.
Effectivity of the Law
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication can be done either in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Legislative Process and Approval
- The law originated in the House of Representatives.
- It was passed by the House of Representatives on May 2, 2017.
- It was approved by the Senate on December 11, 2017.
- The Act was signed into law by the President of the Philippines on December 28, 2017.
Signatories and Authentication
- The President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives signed the law after its passage.
- Secretaries of both legislative chambers attested to the law.
- The President of the Philippines officially approved the law, thereby enacting it.
Important Legal Concepts
- Special Nonworking Holiday: It differs from a regular holiday and may have distinct rules regarding pay and work.
- National observance tied to religious and cultural recognition.
- Formal enactment process involving publication to ensure public notice and compliance.