Bill > HB2937

This bill amends Arizona's state holiday list by replacing "Columbus Day" with "Indigenous Peoples' Day" on the second Monday in October, which is part of a broader national movement to recognize and honor Native American history and culture. The change is specifically made in section 1-301 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, which enumerates official state holidays. The bill does not alter the other existing holidays, which include well-known federal holidays like New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day, as well as state-specific observances such as Native American Day (June 2) and National Navajo Code Talkers Day (August 14). The bill maintains the existing rules about holiday observance, such as when a holiday falls on a Sunday or Saturday, which determines whether the preceding or following day is observed as the holiday. By renaming Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day, the bill reflects a growing recognition of the historical experiences and contributions of indigenous populations in the United States.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83423