S 6144 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Designates Kwanzaa as a public holiday

This bill adds Kwanzaa (December 26 through January 1) to New York State's official list of public holidays under the General Construction Law. It directly affects state government operations and employees, requiring state offices to close on these days. The key provision amends existing law to include Kwanzaa alongside other recognized holidays like New Year's Day and Independence Day. The change applies to all state agencies and public institutions operating under the law.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 5, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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