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AB 2017

State holidays: Eid.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Isaac Bryan and 8 co-sponsors

AB 2017 designates Eid as a California state holiday, formally recognizing Islamic observances in the state's official calendar alongside existing holidays.

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 5. Noes 1.) (July 1). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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Bill Summary · AB 2017

Legislative bill overview

AB 2017 would designate Eid as a state holiday in California. The bill, introduced by Assemblymembers Aisha Wahab and Matt Haney, would formally recognize either Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, or both Islamic holidays as official state holidays alongside existing observances.

Why is this important

California currently recognizes 13 state holidays, none of which are Islamic observances despite the state's significant Muslim population. Adding Eid would acknowledge religious diversity in the state, potentially improve workplace and school scheduling fairness for Muslim Californians, and follow similar actions taken by other states and municipalities.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and logistics: Designating additional state holidays requires government agencies and some private employers to close, creating budget impacts and operational challenges
  • Which Eid date: Islamic calendar holidays fall on different dates each year; the bill must clarify which Eid(s) qualify and how to handle the shifting calendar
  • Religious equity precedent: Could prompt requests from other religious groups (Hindu, Jewish, Buddhist communities) to add their observances, raising questions about which holidays qualify for state recognition
  • Secular vs. religious purpose: Debate over whether government should formally recognize religious holidays versus providing flexible scheduling accommodations

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

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