The bill establishes a new "Trick-or-Treat Day" to be celebrated on the last Saturday or Friday in October, as determined by local authorities in response to inclement weather. This initiative aims to alleviate the negative impacts associated with Halloween falling on a school day, such as learning loss and absenteeism. By moving the celebration to the weekend prior to November 1st, the bill seeks to enhance family participation and public safety, allowing children to trick-or-treat earlier in the day and reducing traffic-related accidents.

Additionally, the bill amends RCW 1.16.050 to include Trick-or-Treat Day as a recognized day, while also specifying that it may not be considered a legal holiday for any purpose. The new legal language inserted into the current law acknowledges the importance of this tradition while providing flexibility for local governments to adapt the celebration based on weather conditions.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 1.16.050