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To amend title 5, United States Code, to designate Trump's Birthday and Flag Day as a legal public holiday.

2/15/2025, 9:35 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1395

Bill 119 HR 1395, also known as the "Trump's Birthday and Flag Day Holiday Act," aims to amend title 5 of the United States Code to designate both Trump's Birthday (June 14th) and Flag Day as legal public holidays. The bill proposes that these two occasions be recognized as official holidays, allowing for federal employees to have the day off work and for the American people to celebrate and honor these events.

If passed, this legislation would require all federal agencies and offices to be closed on Trump's Birthday and Flag Day, similar to other federal holidays such as Independence Day and Thanksgiving. This would give employees a day of rest and provide an opportunity for citizens to commemorate the birth of former President Donald Trump and the significance of the American flag.

Supporters of the bill argue that designating Trump's Birthday and Flag Day as public holidays would allow for greater recognition and celebration of these important events in American history. They believe that honoring Trump's Birthday would show appreciation for his contributions to the country, while recognizing Flag Day would emphasize the importance of patriotism and national pride. Opponents of the bill may argue that designating Trump's Birthday as a public holiday could be seen as politically divisive, as not all Americans may support or agree with the former president. Additionally, some may question the necessity of adding another federal holiday to the calendar, as it could potentially disrupt work schedules and productivity. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1395 seeks to officially recognize Trump's Birthday and Flag Day as legal public holidays, providing federal employees and the American people with the opportunity to celebrate and reflect on these important occasions.

Current Status of Bill HR 1395

Bill HR 1395 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 14, 2025. Bill HR 1395 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2025.  Bill HR 1395's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of February 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1395

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1395

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1395

To amend title 5, United States Code, to designate Trump's Birthday and Flag Day as a legal public holiday.
To amend title 5, United States Code, to designate Trump's Birthday and Flag Day as a legal public holiday.

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Reyna Richmond

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1 year ago

Why make Trump's Birthday a holiday? What about other important figures in history?