Patriot Day Act

# Patriot Day Act Summary **What It Would Do** The Patriot Day Act (HR 911) proposes to establish Patriot Day as an official federal holiday. Patriot Day is currently observed on September 11th as a day of remembrance for the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. If passed, it would receive the same official status as other federal holidays like Independence Day or Memorial Day. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would affect federal employees, who would receive the day off as a paid holiday, and federal agencies that would follow holiday closure procedures. The bill also impacts private employers and businesses, though federal holidays don't legally require private companies to close.

The primary provision is simply designating September 11th as an official federal holiday. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee review and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Sponsor Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced it in the 119th Congress. The bill would need to pass the House, be approved by the Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.