SENATE BILL REPORT

HB 1279

As of February 21, 2002

Title:  An act relating to the Washington state day of peace.

Brief Description:  Recognizing a state day of peace.

Sponsors:  Representatives Simpson, Cairnes, Santos, Kenney and McIntire.

Brief History:

Committee Activity:  State & Local Government:  2/25/02.

SENATE COMMITTEE ON STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Staff:  Mac Nicholson (786‑7445)

Background:  A variety of dates are recognized in Washington without being considered legal holidays.  For example, August 7 is recognized as Purple Heart Day.  April 16 is recognized as Mother Joseph Day, and September 4 is recognized as Marcus Whitman Day.

Summary of Bill:  April 20 is recognized as a Washington State Day of Peace but is not considered a legal holiday for any purposes.

Appropriation:  None.

Fiscal Note:  Not requested.

Effective Date:  Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.