Lapu-Lapu Day Holiday Declaration Act

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Republic Act No. 11040: Lapu-Lapu Day Holiday Declaration Act

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Title Supreme Court: Lapu-Lapu Day Holiday Declaration Act

Law: Republic Act No. 11040

Decision Date: Jun 29, 2018

April 27 is designated as Lapu-Lapu Day, a special working public holiday nationwide and a nonworking holiday in Lapu-Lapu City, to honor the victory of Lapu-Lapu and his men over Ferdinand Magellan's forces in the historic Battle of Mactan in 1521.

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Scope and Application

The special working holiday status applies throughout the entire country, affecting government and private sector operations nationwide.
The special nonworking holiday applies specifically in the City of Lapu-Lapu, Cebu, recognizing the local significance of the battle.

Repealing Clause

Any existing laws, decrees, orders, rules, regulations, or other issuances inconsistent with this Act are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in either the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.

Legislative Process and Approval

The Act is a consolidation of Senate Bill No. 108 and House Bill No. 6782.
It was passed by the Senate on March 20, 2018, and by the House of Representatives on March 21, 2018.
The Act was approved by the President of the Philippines on June 29, 2018.

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