HB 26-1339

House Bill 26-1339 changes the name of "Cesar Chavez Day" to "Farm Workers Day" for the years 2026 and 2027. This means that while March 31 is still a voluntary state legal holiday, it will be recognized under a new name that honors farm workers instead of specifically honoring Cesar Chavez. The bill has been signed into law, so this change will take effect as planned.

Official Summary

March 31 is currently known as 'Cesar Chavez Day' and may be voluntarily observed as a state legal holiday. The act repeals 'Cesar Chavez Day' and changes this voluntary legal holiday for March 31, 2026, and March 31, 2027, to instead be known as 'Farm Workers Day'.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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