March 31: Southern Leyte 1st Mass Day

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Republic Act No. 11373: March 31: Southern Leyte 1st Mass Day

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Title Supreme Court: March 31: Southern Leyte 1st Mass Day

Law: Republic Act No. 11373

Decision Date: Aug 22, 2019

Republic Act No. 11373 designates March 31 as a special working holiday in Southern Leyte to commemorate the first mass held in Limasawa Island, with the President having the authority to declare it a nonworking holiday.

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Scope of the Holiday

The holiday applies exclusively to the whole province of Southern Leyte.
It aims to recognize and honor the historical and cultural significance of the first Mass.

Effective Date of the Act

The law becomes effective fifteen (15) days after its publication.
Publication must be 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 May 2, 2017.
Amended by the Senate on June 3, 2019.
The House concurred with Senate amendments on June 4, 2019.
The Act was approved by the President on August 22, 2019.

Legal Formalities

The Act is signed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Also ratified by the Secretary of the Senate and Acting Secretary General of the House.
The President's approval is officially recorded, signifying the enactment of the law.

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