Easter Monday Could Join Federal Holiday Lineup Under New Bill

This straightforward piece of legislation, titled the "Easter Monday Act of 2025," proposes one main change: adding Easter Monday to the official list of federal holidays. It aims to amend the existing law, specifically 5 U.S.C. 6103(a), which outlines all the legal public holidays recognized by the U.S. government.

What Adding a Holiday Means

If this bill passes, Easter Monday would become a designated legal public holiday alongside days like New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving. The most direct impact? Federal employees would get this day off, typically with pay. This change slots Easter Monday into the established framework for federal holidays.

Potential Ripple Effects

While the immediate change affects federal workers, adding a federal holiday often has broader implications. Many state and local governments, plus private sector entities like banks and schools, often align their schedules with the federal holiday calendar. So, while this bill only mandates the holiday for federal purposes, you might see wider closures or adjusted schedules on Easter Monday if it becomes law. It essentially updates the official list that many organizations use as a guide.