Bill H.455, introduced by Representative Christie of Hartford, aims to amend the legal holidays recognized by the State of Vermont to include Juneteenth, observed on June 19. The bill mandates that all State departments, agencies, and offices close in observance of this holiday. Additionally, it specifies that if Juneteenth falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the holiday will be observed on the preceding Friday or the following Monday, respectively. However, it clarifies that decisions regarding the closing of State offices and compensation for work performed on legal holidays will continue to be subject to collective bargaining agreements.

The bill also includes provisions that ensure the observance of Juneteenth does not affect any existing collective bargaining agreements. It emphasizes that compensation for work performed on Juneteenth will adhere to the relevant provisions outlined in those agreements. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 1-371