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HB19-1056

Election Day Holiday In Place Of Columbus Day

Concerning the establishment of election day as a state legal holiday in place of Columbus day.
Session:
2019 Regular Session
Subject:
State Government
Bill Summary

The bill establishes election day as a state legal holiday in place of Columbus day. "Election day" is defined to fall on the day of a general election in even-numbered years and the day on which ballot issues must be decided under the state constitution in odd-numbered years.


(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Lost

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Sponsors

Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Rep. A. Benavidez
Sen. J. Gonzales

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