Holiday in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija

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Republic Act No. 11375: Holiday in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Holiday in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija

Law: Republic Act No. 11375

Decision Date: Aug 22, 2019

Republic Act No. 11375 designates February 3 as a special working holiday in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, in honor of the city's foundation anniversary, with the President having the power to declare it a nonworking holiday.

Law Summary

Scope and Application

The provisions apply exclusively within the territorial jurisdiction of the City of Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija.
The special holiday pertains solely to February 3 annually.

Effectivity Clause

The Act shall become effective fifteen (15) days after its publication.
Publication must be in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed there on May 22, 2017.
The Senate amended the Act on June 3, 2019.
The House of Representatives concurred with the Senate amendments on June 4, 2019.
The Act was approved by the President of the Philippines on August 22, 2019.

Important Legal Concepts

Special Working Holiday vs. Special Nonworking Holiday: The law explicitly distinguishes between a working holiday and a nonworking holiday upon Presidential proclamation.
Localized Holiday: The holiday is specific to a particular city, highlighting the local government's interest and recognition of its historical origins.

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