President Aquino declares October 2015 to October 2016 as Centennial Year of the Senate
President Benigno S. Aquino III has declared October this year to October next year as the
Centennial Year of the Philippine Senate.
President Aquino signed last August 7 Proclamation No. 1091, declaring October 2015 to October 2016 as the Centennial Year of the Senate of the Philippines.
The Philippine Senate will celebrate its 100th year anniversary on October 16, 2016.
“From being part of the bicameral Philippine Legislature under the Jones Law, it has become a revered democratic institution that consistently upholds the national interest, protects civil, political and human rights, and promotes transparency and accountability in public service,†President Aquino said in issuing the proclamation.
“It is timely and fitting to honor this institution’s history and contribution to economic development, social justice and political maturity, and its defense and promotion of democratic values,†he added.
The proclamation enjoins all departments, bureaus, offices, national government agencies, local government units, and government-owned or -controlled corporations to give their full support, assistance and cooperation in the observance of the Senate’s Centennial Year.
President Aquino also directed the Postmaster General to oversee the design, printing, and issuance of a special stamp commemorating the occasion. PND (co)
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