Recognizing February 1, 2025, as World Hijab Day
This is a symbolic Senate resolution (not a law) that formally recognizes February 1, 2025, as "World Hijab Day" for ceremonial purposes. It has no direct effect on any individuals, policies, or government actions, as it only expresses legislative acknowledgment. The resolution cites the purpose of promoting religious tolerance and cultural understanding through this observance. It was adopted by the legislature as a gesture of support for religious expression, with no enforcement mechanisms or policy changes.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2025
Last action Jan 14, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 14, 2025
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Jan 9, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Roxanne Persaud
DDemocratic
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