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In 1781, Massachusetts was the first state to officially observe July Fourth as a state holiday.
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Charna Flam, People.com, 4 July 2025
It’s been a federal holiday only since 2021 and, even now, around a dozen states don’t recognize it as a permanent state holiday, although that number is decreasing.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
Memorial Day weekend: 8 tips for attending the Indianapolis 500, whether for the first time or 50th
Is Memorial Day a state holiday in Indiana?
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 26 May 2025
Nearly 30 states also recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday, meaning state workers will also get the day off.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
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Charna Flam, People.com, 4 July 2025
It’s been a federal holiday only since 2021 and, even now, around a dozen states don’t recognize it as a permanent state holiday, although that number is decreasing.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
Memorial Day weekend: 8 tips for attending the Indianapolis 500, whether for the first time or 50th
Is Memorial Day a state holiday in Indiana?
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 26 May 2025
Nearly 30 states also recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday, meaning state workers will also get the day off.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
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“State holiday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/state%20holiday. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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