US EditionMissouri US Sen. Eric Schmitt proposes making ‘Easter Monday’ a federal holiday
- Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt introduced the Easter Monday Act of 2025 to create a federal holiday.
- Schmitt aims to address the long gap between Presidents Day in February and Memorial Day in May.
- The proposed holiday recognizes Easter, celebrated by over 80% of Americans, and its importance to Western civilization.
- Schmitt stated, "Recently, I proudly introduced a bill to establish Easter Monday as a federal holiday."
- Legislators estimate that making Easter a three-day weekend could boost the economy by up to $2 billion.
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Fox NewsEaster Monday could soon become federal holiday under new GOP proposal
close Video Ahead of Easter and amid bird flu, is it safe to color eggs? WebMD Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Whyte shares his expert recommendations on egg safety amid bird flu outbreaks. Easter Monday could soon be a federal holiday under a new legislative proposal. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., and Rep. Riley Moore, R-W. Va., are leading the way on legislation to make the day following Easter Sunday a holiday amid several other countries also …
GOP Proposes Easter Monday as New Federal Holiday.
PULSE POINTS:What Happened: Legislation is being proposed to make Easter Monday a federal holiday in the United States. Who’s Involved: The proposal is spearheaded by Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri and Rep. Riley Moore of West Virginia. Where & When: The bill, introduced in the Senate, is currently referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. Schmitt made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter), citing a 2023 poll. Key Quote: Schmitt described th…
‘Easter Monday’? Are We Getting a New Holiday Soon?
There’s a renewed push in Washington to bring a little more rest—and reverence—to the American calendar. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) … Read More The post ‘Easter Monday’? Are We Getting a New Holiday Soon? first appeared on Charisma News. The post ‘Easter Monday’? Are We Getting a New Holiday Soon? appeared first on Charisma News.
Easter Monday may be a new federal holiday if 'non-partisan' proposal moves forward · American Wire News
Easter Sunday has long been celebrated by Americans, but a new proposal might just make Easter Monday a federal holiday. While other countries already recognize the Monday following Easter Sunday as a federal holiday, giving those who celebrate a little bit of extra time to enjoy their traditions among friends and family, the United States has not yet jumped on the wagon. But if Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, and Rep. Riley Moore, R-West Virgini…
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