NJ A4114

Establishes Vaisakhi and Bandi Chhor Divas as official public holidays in New Jersey, adding them to the list of paid holidays for State government employees.

Vaisakhi, a Sikh harvest festival marking the formalization of the faith, typically falls on April 13 or 14 each year.

Bandi Chhor Divas, meaning "liberation of prisoners day," commemorates the release of Guru Hargobind Sahib and 52 princes from prison in the 17th century and typically falls in autumn.

Amends existing state law to increase the number of public holidays for state employees from 14 to 16, with both holidays applying to banking and bill payment schedules.

Takes effect on January 1 following enactment; sponsored by Assemblywoman Carol A. Murphy of District 7 (Burlington).