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Committee concurs on SB224 to pair Indigenous Peoples’ Day with Columbus Day

House State Administration
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Summary

The committee voted to concur on SB224, creating a combined state holiday on the second Monday of October to allow communities to choose whether to observe Indigenous Peoples' Day or Columbus Day; testimony included broad support from tribal leaders, organizations and students.

The House State Administration committee voted to concur on Senate Bill 224 after an extensive public hearing that drew tribal leaders, municipal officials, nonprofit groups and students.

Senator Shane Morigeau described SB224 as a way for Montanans to choose how to observe the second Monday in October, encouraging communities to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day alongside…

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