The bill amends Section 1-3-8 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to officially designate Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, as a state holiday. In addition to this insertion, the bill also updates the existing list of state holidays by removing duplicative language and making technical revisions to align with current legal style. Specifically, it deletes references to "Sunday" and "Christmas Day" from the list of holidays, while also modifying the descriptions of several holidays to clarify their observance dates.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that all state offices will be closed on state holidays, including Veterans' Day and Memorial Day, with specific provisions for the closure of banks and public K-12 schools. It also introduces a new provision for compensatory leave for state employees who work on holidays, ensuring they receive either a day off or paid compensation. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-3-8, 1-3-8
Engrossed: 1-3-8, 1-3-8
Enrolled: 1-3-8, 1-3-8