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SB 87

Modify holidays for certain employees and create an annual floating holiday

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Derek Harvey

Montana law now grants certain state employees an annual floating holiday for flexible time-off selection in addition to modified traditional holiday schedules.

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Bill Summary · SB 87

Legislative bill overview

SB 87 modifies the holiday schedule for certain Montana state employees and establishes an annual floating holiday that workers can use at their discretion. The bill passed both chambers of the legislature and was signed by the Governor in April 2025, making it law.

Why is this important

This change affects compensation and work schedules for a specific class of state employees, potentially improving work-life balance by allowing flexible time off. The floating holiday provides employees autonomy in selecting when to take time off rather than being locked into fixed state holidays, which can benefit those whose personal observances differ from standard holiday calendars.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: The bill may increase state payroll costs if the floating holiday is additional paid time off rather than a reallocation of existing holidays
  • Employee equity: Questions about which employee categories benefit and whether exclusions create fairness issues across different state agencies or job classifications
  • Implementation clarity: Potential confusion around how agencies manage scheduling, carryover policies, and whether the floating holiday can be denied based on operational needs

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

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