Title
Special Holiday for Nueva Ecija and Cabanatuan
Law
Proclamation No. 153
Decision Date
Aug 31, 1963
Diosdado Macapagal declares September 2, 1963, a special public holiday in Nueva Ecija and Cabanatuan City to commemorate the local uprising against Spanish rule led by General Mariano Llanera in 1896.

Law Summary

Historical Significance Underpinning the Declaration

  • The date commemorates the uprising led by General Mariano Llanera in 1896 against Spanish colonial rule.
  • The event is recognized as an important milestone in the local struggle for freedom and independence.

Authority and Legal Basis for the Declaration

  • The proclamation is issued by the President of the Philippines, Diosdado Macapagal.
  • The authority to declare the holiday derives from Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code, granting the President power to declare special holidays.

Purpose and Intent of the Proclamation

  • The declaration aims to afford the people of Nueva Ecija and Cabanatuan ample opportunity to commemorate the historical event.
  • It encourages the conduct of appropriate celebratory ceremonies to honor the significance of the day.

Formality and Enactment

  • The proclamation includes a formal signing by the President and the Executive Secretary, indicating official enactment.
  • The seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed, signifying its legal effectivity and authority.

Scope and Application

  • The special holiday is limited in scope, affecting only the residents and administrative functions within Nueva Ecija and Cabanatuan City.
  • The proclamation does not impose nationwide holiday status, preserving its regional character.

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