Hearing on recognizing Diwali and Bandi Chor Divas as legislatively recognized days
Senate Bill 6044 would designate the new-moon day of Kartik as the state's recognized day for Diwali and Bandi Chor Divas; sponsor Manka Dhingra and several community witnesses described cultural significance and urged inclusion.
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Senate Bill 6044 would designate the new-moon day of Kartik as a legislatively recognized day for Diwali and the Sikh observance Bandi Chor Divas. Committee staff explained both observances often fall on the same date but are distinct holidays celebrated by different communities.
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