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CT SB00228

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/22/2018

Primary Sponsor

Veterans' Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes November 11th (Veterans' Day) as a legal holiday in the state, with observance moved to Monday if it falls on Sunday or to Friday if it falls on Saturday.

  • Allows local and regional school boards to either close public schools on Veterans' Day or hold sessions if they include a suitable educational program observing the holiday.

  • Requires that any public school session held on November 11th must be dedicated to learning about veterans' contributions, as defined in state law.

  • Permitted educational activities on Veterans' Day may include presentations, symposia, or collaborative opportunities with local veterans' organizations.

  • Effective date for all provisions is October 1, 2018.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Observance Of Veterans' Day.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/27

2/23/2018

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Veterans' Affairs2/22/2018

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