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Committee OKs bill requiring K‑12 schools to observe Veterans Day

January 22, 2026 | 2026 Legislature FL, Florida


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Committee OKs bill requiring K‑12 schools to observe Veterans Day
Representative Mike Giambardo explained HB 409, saying the bill "requires school districts to observe Veterans Day and have the day off" for K–12 students. The sponsor offered a brief explanation, there was no public testimony and no debate, and the committee waived closing remarks.

The clerk conducted a roll call and recorded 18 yeas, 0 nays. Chair Kennedy announced the bill approved and reported favorably by the committee.

HB 409 will proceed to the next step in the legislative process for further consideration.

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