Declaration of Rizal's Birthday Holiday

Declaration of Rizal's Birthday Holiday

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Title Supreme Court: Declaration of Rizal's Birthday Holiday

Law: Proclamation No. 36

Decision Date: Jun 17, 1954

Ramon Magsaysay declares June 19, 1954, a special public holiday to honor the birthday of national hero Dr. Jose Rizal with appropriate celebrations.

Coverage and scope of holiday

Saturday, June 19, 1954 is declared a special public holiday.
The proclamation applies throughout the Philippines, covering the entire national territory.

Purpose and rationale

The proclamation enables the people to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Jose Rizal with appropriate ceremonies consistent with his ideals.
The proclamation frames the holiday as a recognition of Rizal as the nation’s greatest national hero and patriot.

Official signing and certification

Ramon Magsaysay signs the proclamation and has the seal of the Republic of the Philippines affixed.
FRED RUIZ CASTRO, Executive Secretary, signs “By the President.”

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