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California Senate Advances Eid Holidays Ahead of Newsom

8/31/2026

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California will recognize Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as holidays.
The holidays become official only after Senate approval and Gov. Newsom’s signature.
Assemblymember Matt Haney authored Bill 2017, which passed the Assembly 64-1 in late May.
The bill must clear the Senate by Monday’s session end to reach Gov. Newsom’s desk.
State employees could use paid holiday credits for Eid, while schools may close or hold educational activities.

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Story summary

California will recognize Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as holidays.
The holidays become official only after Senate approval and Gov. Newsom’s signature.
Assemblymember Matt Haney authored Bill 2017, which passed the Assembly 64-1 in late May.
The bill must clear the Senate by Monday’s session end to reach Gov. Newsom’s desk.
State employees could use paid holiday credits for Eid, while schools may close or hold educational activities.