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Panel hears bill to recognize Diwali as state holiday and allow optional school closures
Summary
AB 268 would recognize Diwali as an official state holiday and allow public schools to close at districts’ discretion; supporters said recognition affirms diverse communities while opponents raised separation‑of‑church‑and‑state concerns. The measure was placed on call for further action.
Assemblymembers Ash Kalra and Darshana Patel presented AB 268, which would designate Diwali as an official California state holiday and authorize local school districts to close schools in recognition of the day if they choose. The authors and supporters described the bill as optional for schools and intended to promote cultural inclusion and education about…
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