Title
Special Non-Working Day in Bulacan for Balagtas Day
Law
Proclamation No. 560
Decision Date
Mar 13, 2013
Proclamation No. 560 declares April 2, 2013, as a special (non-working) day in the Province of Bulacan to celebrate the birth anniversary of Filipino poet Francisco "Balagtas" Baltazar.
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Commemoration of Francisco Balagtas

  • The special day marks the birth anniversary of Francisco Balagtas, a distinguished Filipino poet and orator.
  • The occasion honors Balagtas’ contributions to Filipino literature and culture.

Purpose and Significance

  • The government aims to encourage full community participation in commemorative activities.
  • Appropriate ceremonies and celebrations are encouraged to underline the cultural importance of the day.

Legal Authority and Effect

  • The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, under the authority of the President of the Philippines.
  • It is an official act with legal effect, carrying the force of law within the territorial scope of Bulacan Province.

Date and Authentication

  • The proclamation is signed and sealed in Manila on March 13, 2013.
  • It bears the signatures of the President and the Executive Secretary, authenticating its validity.

Scope and Applicability

  • The declaration only applies to Bulacan Province.
  • Being a special (non-working) day, usual work schedules and business operations are affected in accordance with Philippine labor laws regarding such days.

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