This bill amends RCW 1.16.050 to officially recognize Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Hanukkah as significant days within the state of Washington. The new legal language specifies that the twenty-fifth day of the ninth month of the Hebrew calendar, known as Hanukkah, the first day of the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, known as Rosh Hashanah, and the tenth day of the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, known as Yom Kippur, are acknowledged as important observances. These additions are intended to reflect the cultural and religious diversity of the state.

In addition to these insertions, the bill maintains the existing structure of state legal holidays and the provisions for employees of the state and its political subdivisions regarding paid and unpaid holidays. The legislation ensures that employees can take time off for these religious observances while also outlining the conditions under which employers must accommodate such requests, unless it imposes an undue hardship on the employer. Overall, the bill aims to enhance recognition and respect for Jewish holidays within the framework of state law.