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Making Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr official Federal public holidays.

This bill establishes the two major Muslim holidays, Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, as official legal public holidays. If passed, federal offices will close, and federal employees will receive paid time off on these dates. The specific dates, which shift annually based on the lunar calendar, will be determined and published by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
Key points
Two Muslim holidays (Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr) are designated as paid days off for all federal employees.
Federal services and offices (such as courts and non-essential agencies) will be closed on these days, affecting the scheduling of government business.
The exact dates of the holidays will change yearly and will be publicly announced by a government agency (OPM).
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Print number: 118_HR_8755
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7]
Process start date: 2024-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eid Days Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8755.

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 2024-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Two Muslim holidays (Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr) are designated as paid days off for all federal employees.
  • Federal services and offices (such as courts and non-essential agencies) will be closed on these days, affecting the scheduling of government business.
  • The exact dates of the holidays will change yearly and will be publicly announced by a government agency (OPM).
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. Carson, André [D-IN-7].

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 2025-12-30.

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