Battle of Pulang Lupa Day Special Holiday

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Republic Act No. 6702: Battle of Pulang Lupa Day Special Holiday

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Title Source: 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.

Law Summary

Scope and Geographic Application

The law's provisions are limited geographically to the Province of Marinduque.
Only residents, local government units, and establishments within Marinduque observe this special non-working holiday.

Effectivity of the Law

The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
No further implementing rules or regulations are stated as necessary.

Legislative Process and Enactment

The bill was passed by the House of Representatives on September 22, 1988.
The Senate passed the bill on December 2, 1988.
The law was enacted without the executive's approval but still became effective as of February 10, 1989.

Official Signatories

The President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives signed the Act.
The Secretaries of both Houses of Congress signed for official recording.
The President of the Philippines, Corazon C. Aquino, allowed the law to be enacted without her signature, a recognized legislative procedure.

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