Bill > S07101

This bill amends the New York State education law to require city school districts in cities with a population of one million or more (which effectively means New York City) to refer to public holidays, specifically Columbus Day, by their officially designated names as outlined in section twenty-four of the general construction law. The bill mandates that any literature or documents created or distributed by such school districts, including school calendars, must use the official holiday names. This means that instead of potentially using alternative terms or descriptions, the school district must use the precise, legally designated names for holidays like Columbus Day. The bill takes effect immediately, ensuring that school districts will need to update their communications and materials to comply with this naming requirement right away.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7101