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Indigenous Peoples' Day: New Federal Holiday Replaces Columbus Day

This act renames the federal public holiday from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day, observed on the second Monday in October. This means all official documents and regulations will now refer to the new name, aiming to recognize the contributions and history of America's native inhabitants.
Key points
Columbus Day is replaced by Indigenous Peoples' Day as a legal public holiday.
The holiday will be observed on the second Monday in October, consistent with the former Columbus Day.
All existing references to Columbus Day in laws and official papers will automatically be changed to Indigenous Peoples' Day.
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Print number: 117_S_2919
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2021-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Indigenous Peoples' Day Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2919.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Columbus Day is replaced by Indigenous Peoples' Day as a legal public holiday.
  • The holiday will be observed on the second Monday in October, consistent with the former Columbus Day.
  • All existing references to Columbus Day in laws and official papers will automatically be changed to Indigenous Peoples' Day.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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