An Act designating Diwali Day as a state holiday
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would designate Diwali Day, the fifteenth day of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartik, as a state holiday in Massachusetts. It is being proposed by Representatives Vaughn and Kane. The bill seeks to recognize and celebrate Diwali, a significant festival for the state’s Hindu community.
Key provisions
- Designates Diwali Day as a state holiday.
- The holiday falls on the fifteenth day of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartik.
- Sponsored by Representatives Marcus S. Vaughn and Hannah Kane.
- Referenced to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Related to similar bills (H.3326, S.2184, H.3304, S.2147).
- Accompanied by a study order (H4800).
- Reported favorably by the House Committee on House Rules.
- Recommitted to the House Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- The Hindu community in Massachusetts
- State government employees
Notable changes
- Establishes a new state holiday.
- Recognizes a culturally significant festival for a specific religious community.
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James Arciero
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