Bill > S07329

This bill amends the New York State General Construction Law to designate March 8th as Women's Day, a public holiday in the state. Specifically, the bill adds "the eighth day of March, known as Women's Day" to the existing list of official state public holidays, which currently includes days like New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day. By making this addition, the bill formally recognizes Women's Day as an official state holiday, giving it the same legal status as other commemorative days in the state's calendar. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, meaning that March 8th would become an official public holiday in New York State starting in the year of enactment. Women's Day, internationally recognized on March 8th, traditionally celebrates women's achievements, raises awareness about women's equality, and calls for accelerating women's rights and opportunities.

Budget and Finance, Justice

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7329