Compensation for Work Performed on Special Working Holiday
- Employees who work on March 9 in the Province of Abra are entitled to receive their regular wage.
- This provision clarifies that work on this day does not warrant additional compensation beyond the employee's base pay.
Effectivity of the Act
- The legislation shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication must be in either the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
Legislative Process
- The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed there on March 10, 2014.
- It was amended by the Senate on December 14, 2015.
- The House of Representatives concurred with the Senate amendments on January 25, 2016.
- The Act was approved by the President of the Philippines on May 3, 2016.
Legal Significance and Scope
- The law applies exclusively to the Province of Abra.
- It addresses both public holiday status and educational calendar adjustments specific to this locality.
- It reflects the recognition of regional cultural and historical identity through legal means.