This bill amends New Jersey law to establish that Juneteenth Day will be observed on June 19 of each year, aligning it with the federal Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday. The current law designates Juneteenth Day as the third Friday in June, which will be changed to the specific date of June 19. The legal language reflecting this change includes the deletion of the phrase "the third Friday in" and the insertion of "June 19, known as Juneteenth Day" in the relevant sections of the law.

The bill aims to ensure that the observance of Juneteenth Day in New Jersey is consistent with federal recognition, thereby enhancing the significance of this holiday. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, allowing for the immediate implementation of the new observance date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 11A:6-24.1