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WA HB2709

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Osman Salahuddin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to Washington State's list of officially recognized days by amending RCW 1.16.050
  • Recognition is set for the new moon day of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartik, which shifts by approximately 11 days each year
  • The day is recognized but does not constitute a legal holiday for any purpose, similar to other cultural observances like Eid al-Fitr, Korean American Day, and Lunar New Year
  • Sponsors are Representatives Salahuddin and Zahn in the 69th Legislature 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Description

Recognizing Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas.

Last Action

First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations.

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government & Tribal Relations1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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