Employee Rights and Compensation on Special Working Holiday
- Employees who perform work on June 30 are entitled to receive their regular daily wage.
- The law does not mandate additional compensation beyond the regular wage for work done on this holiday.
Effectivity and Publication
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication must be in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper with general circulation to ensure public knowledge.
Legislative Process and Approval
- The Act originated from the House of Representatives and was passed on March 10, 2014.
- It was amended by the Senate on December 14, 2015.
- The House concurred with the Senate amendments on January 25, 2016.
- The law was approved by the President of the Philippines on May 11, 2016.
Key Legal Officials Involved
- Signing authorities include the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, Secretary of the Senate, Secretary General of the House, and the President of the Philippines.
- Their endorsements ensure the law's legitimacy and proper enactment.