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NJ S1506

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Cryan

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

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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