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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey designates September 11 as Patriot Day state and public holiday
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government CommitteeSponsor: Clifton, Robert D.
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What This Bill Would Do
New Jersey establishes September 11 annually as a State and public holiday known as Patriot Day, while removing Lincoln's Birthday as a public holiday for conducting State government business. The legislation takes effect immediately upon enactment.
State government employees gain an additional paid holiday on September 11 while public offices remain open on Lincoln's Birthday, altering the official calendar for state operations and legal financial transactions.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
State government employees
State government employees receive September 11 as an additional paid holiday upon the expiration of applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Financial institutions and banks
Banks and commercial entities must treat September 11 as a public holiday regarding the presentation and payment of bills of exchange, checks, and promissory notes.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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