Title
Holiday for North Cotabato Founding
Law
Republic Act No. 10777
Decision Date
May 3, 2016
September 1 is designated as a special working holiday and a no-class day in North Cotabato to commemorate its founding anniversary, with employees entitled to their regular wages for work performed on this day.

Law Summary

Work Compensation on Special Working Holiday

  • Employees who work on the declared special working holiday are entitled to their regular wage.
  • No additional holiday pay or premium is mandated for work performed on this holiday.

Effectivity of the Law

  • The law 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

  • The act originated in the House of Representatives.
  • Passed by the House of Representatives on August 26, 2014.
  • Amended by the Senate on December 14, 2015.
  • Senate amendments were concurred by the House on January 25, 2016.
  • Approved by the President on May 3, 2016.

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