Title
Biaan Liberation Day Holiday Law
Law
Republic Act No. 9427
Decision Date
Apr 10, 2007
Republic Act No. 9427 declares February 5 as Biñan Liberation Day, a special working holiday in the Municipality of Biñan, Province of Laguna, to commemorate the town's liberation from the Japanese Imperial Forces by the 47th Division, 48th Regiment of the Hunters ROTC Guerillas under Colonel Emmanuel de Ocampo.

Policy and Commemorative Purpose

  • Section 1 commemorates the liberation of the municipality from the Japanese Imperial Forces.
  • Section 1 specifies that the liberation is attributed to the 47th Division and 48th Regiment of the Hunters ROTC Guerillas under the command of Colonel Emmanuel de Ocampo.

Holiday Declaration (What and When)

  • Section 1 sets February 5 of every year as a special working holiday.
  • Section 1 designates the holiday for observance in the Municipality of Biñan, Laguna only.
  • Section 1 names the holiday “Biñan Liberation Day.”

Coverage and Implementation Role

  • Section 2 mandates the municipal government of Biñan, Laguna to coordinate the efforts of all sectors in Biñan.
  • Section 2 requires coordination for the effective implementation of Republic Act No. 9427.

Transitory and Final Provisions

  • Section 3 provides the Act’s effectivity as immediately upon approval.
  • Republic Act No. 9427 includes an enrollment and passage note reflecting final passage dates: February 7, 2007 (House of Representatives) and January 22, 2007 (Senate).
  • Republic Act No. 9427 does not establish separate sanctions, penalties, or enforcement procedures for non-compliance within its provisions.

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