Law Summary
State Policy and Recognition of Baptists
- Declares the State's policy to acknowledge the Baptists' evangelical mission.
- Recognizes the role of Baptist churches and schools in nation-building.
- Emphasizes contributions to academic excellence and character building through Christian education.
- Highlights the promotion of biblical principles for societal betterment.
Designation and Observance of National Baptist Day
- Declares the second Thursday of January every year as "National Baptist Day."
- Categorizes this day as a special working holiday nationwide.
- Aims to promote awareness and appreciation of the Baptist community's role in society.
Effectivity and Publication
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication must be in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
Legislative Process and Approval
- Passed by the Senate as Senate Bill No. 2522 on May 30, 2022.
- Adopted by the House of Representatives as an amendment to House Bill No. 6522 on June 1, 2022.
- Became law by lapse of time on July 23, 2022, without the President's signature, pursuant to the Constitution (Article VI Section 27(1)).