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UT HB0309
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sandra Hollins
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AI Summary
- Utah will recognize Juneteenth National Freedom Day (June 19) on the same date as the federal government, rather than observing it on an adjacent Monday as previously required
- Removes prior provisions that shifted Juneteenth observance to the preceding Monday when June 19 fell on Tuesday through Friday, or to the following Monday when it fell on Saturday or Sunday
- Updates parent-time schedules for divorced or separated parents to reflect the new Juneteenth observance timing, with holiday beginning June 18 at 7 p.m. and ending June 20 at 7 p.m. (with adjustments when Father's Day falls on June 19 or 20)
- Juneteenth parent-time alternates between noncustodial parents in even years and custodial parents in odd years
- Effective date: January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Juneteenth Observance Amendments
Government Operations (State Issues)
Last Action
House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Operations and Political Subdivisions2/13/2026
Rules2/12/2026
Economic Development and Workforce Services1/26/2026
Rules1/22/2026
Full Bill Text
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