SB4003 Summary

• Establishes June 19 as Juneteenth National Freedom Day, a state holiday observed annually to commemorate the abolition of slavery in 1865.

• When June 19 falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed as the holiday.

• Adds Juneteenth National Freedom Day to the list of state holidays in the Election Code, Illinois Procurement Code, School Code, and Promissory Note and Bank Holiday Act.

• Teachers and school employees are not required to work on Juneteenth National Freedom Day; banks may remain closed on this day.

• Election authorities, procurement deadlines, and other state functions treat Juneteenth the same as other recognized state holidays.