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DeSantis Announces Extra Day Off for State Employees

Today, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that state offices will be closed on Thursday, July 3. “In anticipation of America’s upcoming semiquincentennial celebration in 2026, I am giving state employees a longer weekend this year to celebrate,” said Gov. Ron DeSantis. “I hope our state employees use this additional time off to enjoy Florida’s Freedom Summer with their [...]

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced this Tuesday that state employees will receive an additional day off on Thursday, July 3. This bill extends the Independence Day holiday weekend, which is officially celebrated on July 4, in commemoration of the 249th anniversary of the United States. Florida extends the July 4th holiday weekend by decree of Ron DeSantisIn a press release released this Tuesday by the Florida government, DeSantis detailed: …

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Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that nearly 100,000 employees of the Florida state system will enjoy a long weekend, as offices will be closed on July 3rd to celebrate Independence Day. This bill seeks to allow people more time to share with their families and reflect on the significance of July 4th. In addition, from July 1st, state workers will receive a 2% wage increase, included in the annual budget.

• A decision in support of an announcement made by President Donald Trump.

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WFLA-TV broke the news in Tampa, United States on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
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