The bill H. 3444 proposes an amendment to the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically Section 53-5-10, to officially designate June 19th, known as Juneteenth, as a state legal holiday. This addition recognizes the significance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, and aligns South Carolina with other states that have already made this designation.

The amended section will list Juneteenth among other recognized state holidays, which include New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Independence Day, among others. The bill stipulates that the holiday schedules of public colleges and universities must comply with this amendment, ensuring that the total number of holidays does not exceed those specified in the law. The act will take effect upon receiving approval from the Governor.

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