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MD SB421

MD SB421
Indigenous Peoples' Day - Rule of Interpretation and Replacement of Columbus Day


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Introduced
01/20/2021
In Committee
03/19/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Replacing references to Columbus Day in certain provisions of law with references to Indigenous Peoples' Day; and establishing that Indigenous Peoples' Day is to be observed on October 12 or, if the United States Congress designates another day for the observance of Columbus Day, the day designated by the United States Congress.

AI Summary

This bill replaces references to Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day in various Maryland laws, including those related to business holidays, public school observances, and bank holidays. The bill specifies that Indigenous Peoples' Day shall be observed on October 12 or, if the U.S. Congress designates another day for the observance of Columbus Day, the day designated by Congress. The bill takes effect on October 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs (on 03/19/2021)

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