Battle of Pulang Lupa Day Special Holiday

Battle of Pulang Lupa Day Special Holiday

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Title Supreme Court: Battle of Pulang Lupa Day Special Holiday

Law: Republic Act No. 6702

Decision Date: Feb 10, 1989

Republic Act No. 6702 designates September 13 as Battle of Pulang Lupa Day, a special non-working holiday in Marinduque, to commemorate the significant battle fought during the Philippine-American War and honor the bravery of Filipino revolutionaries, with potential positive impacts on tourism and community unity.

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Purpose and commemorative intent

Republic Act No. 6702 establishes September thirteen as a day to commemorate the battle of Pulang Lupa.
The holiday’s stated commemorative purpose is the battle of Pulang Lupa.

Coverage: where it applies

September thirteen is a special non-working holiday in the Province of Marinduque.
The holiday status created by Section 1 applies to the Province of Marinduque for every September thirteen.

Key operative rule

Section 1 mandates that every September thirteen be observed as Battle of Pulang Lupa Day.
Section 1 requires that Battle of Pulang Lupa Day be treated as a special non-working holiday in Marinduque.

Transitory and procedural provisions

Republic Act No. 6702 takes effect upon its approval under Section 2.
Republic Act No. 6702 was finally passed by the House of Representatives on September 22, 1988 and by the Senate on December 2, 1988.

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