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NJ S1506
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Cryan
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AI Summary
- Changes New Jersey's "Juneteenth Day" observance from the third Friday in June to June 19 each year
- Aligns the state holiday with the federal "Juneteenth National Independence Day" holiday
- Amends the list of paid holidays for all State government employees to reflect the new fixed date
- Updates banking and business regulations to recognize June 19 as a public holiday for purposes of bills of exchange, checks, and promissory notes
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Changes date of "Juneteenth Day" in NJ to June 19 of each year.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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