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SB 356 — Holocaust Remembrance Day
by Senators Berman, Davis, Polsky, Arrington, Smith, Gaetz, Avila, Bernard, and Brodeur
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Education Pre-K - 12 Committee (ED)
The bill establishes “Holocaust Remembrance Day”. The bill requires the Governor to annually proclaim January 27 as “Holocaust Remembrance Day” and permits the day to be suitably observed in public schools, the Capitol, and elsewhere as designated by the Governor. The bill permits instruction to be delivered by schools on January 27, or another day as appropriate, on the harmful impacts of the Holocaust and anti-Semitism as well as the positive impacts of the Jewish community on humanity.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor’s signature, these provisions take effect July 1, 2025.
Vote: Senate 38-0; House 114-0