Bill > A07370

This bill amends the New York State General Construction Law to officially designate March 8th as Women's Day, a public holiday in the state. The proposed change adds "the eighth day of March, known as Women's day" to the existing list of recognized public holidays in New York, which currently includes other notable days such as New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day. By making this addition, the bill formally recognizes the significance of International Women's Day, a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while also highlighting the ongoing struggle for gender equality. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, meaning March 8th would be considered an official public holiday in New York State starting in the year of enactment.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7370