The provincial board of Cebu has passed a resolution condemning Nievera's version of Lupang Hinirang. The board said he violated Republic Act (RA) 8491, or the 1998 Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines, by "murdering" the national anthem.
According to Section 37 of RA 8491, the rendition of the national anthem, whether played or sung, shall be in accordance with the musical arrangement and composition of Julian Felipe.
Section 20 of the law also states: "The rendition of the flag ceremony in official or civic gatherings shall be simple and dignified and shall include the playing or singing of the anthem in its original Filipino lyrics and march tempo."
RA 8491 prescribes that any person who will violate its provisions may be punished by a fine of at least P20,000 or imprisonment of not more than one year. - abs-cbnnews.com
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