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This bill declares the second Monday in October as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" in Mississippi, establishing it as a day of observance to recognize and commemorate Native American heritage and contributions. This new observance is added to the state's existing list of legal holidays and special days, as outlined in Section 3-3-7 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, but it is specifically designated as a day of commemoration and observation, not a legal holiday. The bill aims to raise awareness of the rich history of the first inhabitants of the country and their ongoing significance as sovereign nations and contributors to American society.

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