Title
April 2, 1963 Special Holiday in Bulacan and Bataan
Law
Proclamation No. 95
Decision Date
Mar 26, 1963
Diosdado Macapagal declares April 2, 1963, a special public holiday in Bulacan and Bataan to honor the birthday of Francisco Balagtas, the Prince of Filipino Poets.
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Commemoration of Francisco Balagtas

  • The holiday commemorates the birthday of Francisco Balagtas.
  • Recognized as the "Prince of Filipino Poets," highlighting his cultural significance.

Justification for the Holiday

  • Bulacan is the birthplace of Francisco Balagtas.
  • Bataan is where Balagtas lived and died.
  • The holiday allows the people of these provinces to celebrate his birthday fully.

Legal Authority for Declaration

  • The proclamation was made by the President of the Philippines, Diosdado Macapagal.
  • The power to declare this special holiday is granted by Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.

Formalities and Enforcement

  • The proclamation was signed in Manila on March 26, 1963.
  • The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to authenticate the document.
  • The Executive Secretary, Salvador L. Mariao, attested and countersigned the proclamation.

Limitations and Scope

  • The special holiday does not extend beyond Bulacan and Bataan.
  • It does not specify additional effects such as suspension of work or pay, leaving such determinations to local authorities or relevant labor laws.

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