Restoring Washington's Birthday Act of 2026
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Plain-English Summary
This bill would change the federal holiday currently called Presidents' Day back to its original name, Washington's Birthday, to specifically honor George Washington rather than all U.S. presidents. The change would affect federal employees, banks, and other institutions that observe federal holidays, though most Americans would still get the same day off work. The bill reflects a debate about how the nation commemorates its historical figures and whether holidays should focus on individual leaders or broader themes.
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