SB 23-282

Senate Bill 23-282, which has been approved by the governor, designates September 5th of each year as Jury Appreciation Day. This day is meant to honor and recognize the important role that jurors play in the justice system. Importantly, this new holiday won't affect how many paid holidays state employees already receive; it's more symbolic than practical for workers. The bill became effective on August 7, 2023, meaning Jury Appreciation Day will be observed starting September 5, 2023.

Official Summary

The act establishes an annual jury appreciation day on September 5 of each year. The total number of legal holidays in a state fiscal year available to an employee of a state agency is not changed by adding annual jury appreciation day. APPROVED by Governor May 24, 2023 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2023 NOTE: This act was passed without a safety clause and takes effect 90 days after sine die. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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