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Committee OKs bill requiring K‑12 schools to observe Veterans Day

Education and Employment Committee · January 22, 2026

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Summary

The committee approved HB 409, presented by Representative Mike Giambardo, which requires school districts to observe Veterans Day as a day off for K–12 students; the vote was recorded 18–0 and the bill was reported favorably.

Representative Mike Giambardo explained HB 409, saying the bill "requires school districts to observe Veterans Day and have the day off" for K–12 students. The sponsor offered a brief explanation, there was no public testimony and no debate, and the committee waived closing remarks.

The clerk conducted a roll call and recorded 18 yeas, 0 nays. Chair Kennedy announced the bill approved and reported favorably by the committee.

HB 409 will proceed to the next step in the legislative process for further consideration.