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Juneteenth has been a federal holiday since 2021, but it’s not a paid day off in all 50 states
Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, and while many employers offer paid time off for this holiday, it is not mandated by law to be a paid day off in all states.
Key points
- Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday on June 17, 2021
- The federal government does not mandate that Juneteenth be a paid holiday for employees
- Some states have passed laws making Juneteenth a paid state holiday
Explanation
According to the Congressional Record, Juneteenth was officially recognized as a federal holiday on June 17, 2021. However, this recognition does not require employers to provide paid time off for their employees. The decision to offer paid time off is left to individual employers and state governments. Some states have passed laws making Juneteenth a paid state holiday, but it is not universally required by federal law.
Sources
- H.R. 673 - Juneteenth National Independence Day Act of 2021 This bill was signed into law on June 17, 2021
- Paid Holiday Laws in Texas Texas is one of the states that has not made Juneteenth a paid state holiday