The bill H. 3178 proposes to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Juneteenth, celebrated on the nineteenth day of June, as a state legal holiday. This amendment specifically modifies Section 53-5-10, which outlines the list of recognized state holidays. The inclusion of Juneteenth acknowledges its significance in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

Upon enactment, the bill will ensure that Juneteenth is officially recognized alongside other state holidays such as New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Independence Day. The bill stipulates that the holiday schedules of public colleges and universities must comply with this amendment, provided that the total number of holidays does not exceed those listed in the section. The act will take effect once it receives approval from the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 53-5-10
Latest Version: 53-5-10
12/06/2024: 53-5-10