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WA SB5950
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Adrian Cortes
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AI Summary
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Adds five religious holidays to Washington's list of recognized nonlegal state holidays: Rosh Hashanah (1st-2nd of Tishrei), Yom Kippur (10th of Tishrei), birth of Guru Nanak (April 14), birth of Guru Gobind Singh (January 5), and Vaisakhi (April 14)
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These holidays are ceremonial recognitions only and do not constitute paid or unpaid legal holidays for state employees
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Amends RCW 1.16.050, which governs state holidays, by expanding the list of days recognized by the legislature
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Sponsored by Senator Cortes and prefiled December 29, 2025 for the 2026 Regular Session
Legislative Description
Celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Guru Nanak, Guru Gobind Singh, and Vaisakhi.
Last Action
Senate Rules "X" file.
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/4/2026
State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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