Committee OKs bill requiring K‑12 schools to observe Veterans Day
January 22, 2026 | 2026 Legislature FL, Florida
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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.
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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