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PA HB1348
Bill
Status
4/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carol Kazeem
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AI Summary
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Designates the first day of the Islamic lunar month of Shawwal as "Eid al-Fitr Day" in Pennsylvania, recognizing the holiday celebrated by approximately 2 billion Muslims worldwide marking the end of Ramadan
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The date follows Islamic religious law and tradition, determined by the sighting of the crescent moon
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Does not require employers to treat Eid al-Fitr Day as a legal or official holiday or provide paid leave to employees
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
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Introduced April 30, 2025 and referred to the Committee on State Government
Legislative Description
Providing for the annual designation and holiday observance of the first day of the Islamic lunar month of Shawwal as Eid al-Fitr Day in this Commonwealth.
Last Action
Laid on the table
5/13/2025