Us Congress Senate Bill SB1472

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/4/23
• Refer: 5/4/23

Caption

September 11 Day of Remembrance Act

Impact

If enacted, this bill would have implications for federal holiday standards, adding September 11 to the list of federally recognized holidays. This could potentially affect government operations, as well as force businesses, schools, and other institutions to acknowledge and observe this day. The act reflects a societal commitment to remembering and honoring the lives lost and the sacrifices made on that tragic day.

Summary

SB1472, known as the September 11 Day of Remembrance Act, proposes to amend title 5 of the United States Code to officially designate September 11 as a legal public holiday. The bill seeks to honor and remember the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in a formal capacity by ensuring that this day is recognized nationally as a day of remembrance across the United States.

Contention

Discussions surrounding the bill may involve points of contention, particularly regarding the addition of another federal holiday. Some may argue about the economic impact on businesses that would be required to close or provide holiday pay. Additionally, there might be varying opinions on how the observance should take place or whether such a measure dilutes the significance of remembrance by formalizing it as a holiday.