Washington’s Birthday or Presidents’ Day? Now One Holiday For All Presidents
Washington’s birthday is now Presidents’ day, a paid holiday for many including federal employees. Here is why George Washington is celebrated.
Holidays
A Federal Holiday for Martin Luther King: Contentious Proposal Now Observed Nationwide
Creating a holiday commemorating Martin Luther King was a foregone conclusion. The cost of paying federal employees for the holiday was a major point of contention.
Veterans Day: Why Do Federal Employees Have November 10 as a Holiday in 2023?
Why do federal employees celebrate the 2023 Veterans Day holiday on November 10th instead of November 11th?
Legislation Reintroduced to Give Federal Employees Another Paid Holiday for Diwali
Legislation has been reintroduced to create a federal holiday for Diwali. Federal employees would get another paid holiday if it were to pass.
Federal Employees Could Get Another Paid Holiday for Workers’ Memorial Day
Legislation has been introduced to create a new federal holiday for Workers’ Memorial Day.
Legislation Would Give Federal Employees a Holiday for St. Patrick’s Day
Legislation has been introduced to make St. Patrick’s Day a federal holiday.
Renewed Effort to Give Federal Employees a Holiday for Lunar New Year
Legislation has been reintroduced to create another federal holiday for Lunar New Year.
Bill Would Make Rosa Parks Day a New Paid Holiday for Federal Employees
Legislation has been reintroduced to establish a new federal holiday known as Rosa Parks Day.
President’s Day: Why It is Celebrated, Expanded, and Impact on Federal Employees
President’s Day is a relatively new holiday. It’s official title is Washington’s Birthday but President’s Day is now the more common name used.
