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Indigenous Peoples' Day: New federal holiday replaces Columbus Day.

This bill aims to rename the federal holiday observed on the second Monday of October. Instead of Columbus Day, it will be Indigenous Peoples' Day. This means all official documents and regulations previously referring to Columbus Day will now refer to Indigenous Peoples' Day, potentially impacting how this day is observed nationwide.
Key points
The second Monday in October will be officially designated as Indigenous Peoples' Day, replacing Columbus Day as a federal holiday.
All existing laws and official papers mentioning Columbus Day will automatically refer to Indigenous Peoples' Day.
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Print number: 118_HR_5822
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
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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 118_HR_5822.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The second Monday in October will be officially designated as Indigenous Peoples' Day, replacing Columbus Day as a federal holiday.
  • All existing laws and official papers mentioning Columbus Day will automatically refer 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 Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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