what date enacted is REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8491 (FLAG AND HERALDIC CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES)
February 12, 1998
branches of the Armed Forces of the Philippines
Philippine National Police (PNP)
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)
Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)
To hang in a curved shape between two points as decoration
Festoon
Refers to the Philippine National Flag, unless otherwise stated
Flag
The part of the flag outside the hoist or length
Fly
Lowering the flag to half the distance between the top and bottom of the staff
Half-Mast
The part of the flag nearest the staff or canvas where the halyard is attached
Hoist
When a typhoon signal is raised in the locality
Inclement Weather
Places marked by boisterous merriment or recreation
Places of Frivolity
Colors flag of the Philippines
Blue
White
Red
Symbols of the flag of the Philippines
Eight-rayed golden-yellow sun and three five-pointed stars
The flag shall be displayed every day throughout the year
Section 5
The flag shall be hoisted day and night all year
Section 6
The flag shall be displayed in private buildings and residences
Section 7
Araw ng Kagitingan
April 9
Labor Day
May 1
National Flag Day to Independence Day
May 28 to June 12
National Heroes Day
Last Sunday of August
Bonifacio Day
November 30
Rizal Day
December 30
Government agencies, LGUs, and government corporations are required to observe Flag Day with ceremonies. Socio-civic groups, NGOs, and private sector are encouraged to cooperate
Section 8
The flag shall be flown on Merchant ships of Philippine registry over 1,000 gross tons
All naval vessels
Section 9
flag on flag-staff at the stern
At anchor
flag hoisted to the gaff at the aftermast
At sea