Batangas City Foundation Day Holiday

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Republic Act No. 11377: Batangas City Foundation Day Holiday

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Batangas City Foundation Day Holiday

Law: Republic Act No. 11377

Decision Date: Aug 22, 2019

Republic Act No. 11377 declares July 23 as a special working holiday in Batangas City, commemorating its founding anniversary as "Batangas City Foundation Day," with the President having the power to proclaim it as a special nonworking holiday.

Law Summary

Effectivity of the Act

The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
Publication can be made either in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

The Act originated in the House of Representatives.
Passed by the House on January 22, 2018.
Amended and approved by the Senate on June 3, 2019.
The House concurred with the Senate's amendments on June 4, 2019.
The President of the Philippines approved the Act on August 22, 2019.

Key Legal Provisions and Implications

Establishes a holiday specific to Batangas City to recognize its historical foundation.
Differentiates between a special working holiday and a special non-working holiday based on presidential proclamation.
Provides a framework for local observance of commemorative events through legislative action.

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