This bill proposes to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding Juneteenth as a legal holiday, specifically designating the 19th day of June as "Juneteenth Day." The bill outlines that if Juneteenth falls on a Sunday, it will be observed on the preceding Friday. Additionally, the bill makes several adjustments to the numbering of existing legal holidays, as it incorporates the new holiday into the list.

The bill also clarifies that the provisions regarding the observance of holidays do not apply to certain existing holidays, specifically those related to elections and special observances designated by the Governor or President. Overall, the legislation aims to formally recognize Juneteenth as a significant holiday in West Virginia and establish guidelines for its observance.

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Introduced Version: 2-2-1