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Election Day: New Federal Public Holiday in the U.S.

This bill proposes to establish Election Day as a federal public holiday. This change would provide citizens with a day off from work, potentially making it easier for them to participate in voting and increasing voter turnout. The aim is to enhance access to the polls for all eligible citizens.
Key points
Election Day would become a federal public holiday, similar to Columbus Day.
Citizens may gain a day off from work, making it easier to cast their votes.
The change aims to potentially increase citizen participation in the electoral process.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7329
Sponsor: Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-16]
Process start date: 2024-02-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Election Day Holiday Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7329.

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 2024-02-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Election Day would become a federal public holiday, similar to Columbus Day.
  • Citizens may gain a day off from work, making it easier to cast their votes.
  • The change aims to potentially increase citizen participation in the electoral process.
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. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-16].

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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