Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines

Key terms defined include "Military," "Festoon," "Flag," "Fly," "Symbol," "Half-Mast," "Hoist," "Inclement Weather," "National Anthem," "Official Residences," "Places of Frivolity," and "Institute" (National Historical Institute).

Displayed daily at all public buildings, official residences, public plazas, and institutions of learning.
Permanently hoisted day and night at specific national landmarks and government buildings.
Displayed on specific national holidays and other declared days, with flag-raising ceremonies required.
Enjoined observance of Flag Day by government units and cooperation from private sector.
Flown on merchant ships and naval vessels with specific positioning rules.
Blue field on top in peace, red field on top in war, with proper orientation in hanging positions.
Flagpoles must be prominent, and flags must be properly illuminated at night.
Rules for flag display alongside other national or non-national flags.
Proper disposal of worn-out flags by solemn burning.
Hoisted at sunrise and lowered at sunset, with specific procedures for handling and folding.

Conducted every Monday (raising) and Friday (lowering) in government offices and schools.
Ceremony includes playing or singing the National Anthem, done simply and with dignity.
Office of the President issues regulations on proper conduct.
Participants stand facing the flag, observe salute protocols with specific hand and uniform salutes.

Half-mast flown on official announcement of death of specified officials:
- President or former President: 10 days.
- Vice President, Chief Justice, Senate President, Speaker: 7 days.
- Others as determined by the Institute, less than 7 days.
Specific hoisting and lowering procedure for half-mast.

Allowed for honored dead such as military personnel, recognized veterans, national artists, and distinguished civilians.
Flag placement follows specific orientation rules; must not touch ground or be lowered into grave.

Prescribed Pledge of Allegiance with specific wording.
Recited standing with right hand palm open raised shoulder high; religious objections honored with respectful attention.

May 28 to June 12 declared as Flag Days.
All government offices, institutions, businesses, and private homes encouraged to display the flag.

Proportions: Width 1, Length 2, and sides of the white triangle 1.
Specific color codes for blue, white, red, and golden yellow.
Standard procedures for purchase including approval, quality testing (ITDI/PTRI), and inspection by government agencies.
Budget allocation mandated for purchase of flags by government units.

Mutilation, defacement, misuse, or disrespectful acts prohibited.
Prohibited uses include draperies, tablecloths, vehicle decorations, uniforms, commercial logos, and display in inappropriate places such as nightclubs or gambling joints.
No addition of marks or designs, and no use of foreign flags publicly except in diplomatic posts.

Official anthem titled "Lupang Hinirang," sung in the national language.
Lyrics prescribed; musical arrangement by Julian Felipe mandated.
Public sing-along required at official occasions with respect protocol: standing, facing the flag, saluting.
Restricted use for recreation; allowed in competitions, broadcasting, theater openings, and other sanctioned occasions.
Strict compliance required from government employees and institutions; violations lead to disciplinary action.

Coat-of-Arms description includes a two-piece pale, stars, sun, and scroll with inscription.
Great Seal is circular, contains arms without scroll, surrounds inscription, and includes the motto.
Great Seal used on official commissions and documents, custody with the President.

Government entities may adopt and authorize use of coat-of-arms, seals, logos, insignia, badges, banners, awards, decorations.
Items must be recorded and evaluated by the Institute.
Purchase of heraldic items limited to manufacturers accredited by the Institute.
Foreign awards require Congressional consent and Institute evaluation.

Non-compliance leads to public censure with publication.
Educational institutions face cancellation of recognition on second offenses.
Monetary fines (P5,000 to P20,000) or imprisonment (up to one year), or both, on conviction for violations.
Stricter penalties for second and subsequent offenses.
Juridical persons' chief executives held liable.

The Institute shall issue rules within 90 days from effectivity.
Institute responsible for strict enforcement with authority to seek assistance from other government bodies.

Separability clause ensures validity of the remainder if any provision is invalid.
Repealing clause amends or repeals inconsistent existing laws or issuances.
Effectivity 15 days after publication in official gazette or newspapers of general circulation.