Law Summary
Implementation and Celebrations
- The Department of Education is the designated agency responsible for planning and implementing activities.
- Activities are mandated to be conducted in all elementary and secondary schools.
- Emphasis is placed on promoting Jesse Robredo's values of good governance and leadership.
- The purpose includes inspiring students to uphold these values for the benefit of the Philippines and its people.
Legal Provisions Addressing Invalidity and Conflicts
- A separability clause ensures that if any part of the Act is declared unconstitutional, the remaining provisions remain effective and valid.
- A repealing clause annuls or modifies any existing laws, orders, or issuances that are inconsistent with the new Act.
Effective Date and Publication
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication must be done in at least two national newspapers of general circulation.
Legislative Approval and Promulgation
- The Act was approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
- The President of the Philippines signed the Act into law on August 18, 2015.
- Official signatures from the Speaker of the House, Senate President, and Secretary Generals of both chambers are part of the document.
This structure outlines the key features: the declaration, observance rules, implementing authorities, constitutional safeguards, procedural requirements, and legislative enactment details.