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HB 1356

HOLIDAY DESIGNATION-CALENDARS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Anthony DeLuca

Illinois bill designates a new state holiday requiring inclusion on government calendars, with implications for employee scheduling and administrative costs.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1356

Legislative bill overview

HB 1356 would designate a new holiday in Illinois and require its inclusion on state calendars. The bill appears to be in early procedural stages, having just been referred to the Rules Committee after its first reading. Specific details about which holiday is being designated are not provided in the available legislative information.

Why is this important

Holiday designations affect state employee scheduling, government operations, and can have symbolic significance for communities seeking official recognition. The requirement to update all state calendars represents an administrative action with potential budget implications for printing and system updates across state agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications: Updating calendars across state agencies and potentially providing additional paid time off could create budget pressures
  • Necessity and precedent: Questions about whether another holiday designation is warranted, given existing federal and state holidays, and what criteria justify new designations
  • Operational impact: Changes to government calendars and employee schedules require coordination across multiple state departments and may affect service delivery

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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