California AB2294 establishes April 14 as Sylvia Mendez Day, a state holiday honoring the historic Mendez v. Westminster case.

California AB2294 adds April 14, known as Sylvia Mendez Day, to the list of state holidays. This day commemorates the Mendez v. Westminster case, which was pivotal in ending school segregation for Mexican American students in California. The bill also updates the list of state holidays to include various cultural and historical observances. State employees will observe these holidays, and courts will observe judicial holidays as defined. The legislation aims to recognize the contributions of those who fought for civil rights and educational equality.

California AB2294 establishes April 14 as Sylvia Mendez Day, a state holiday honoring the historic Mendez v. Westminster case.

California AB2294 adds April 14, known as Sylvia Mendez Day, to the list of state holidays. This day commemorates the Mendez v. Westminster case, which was pivotal in ending school segregation for Mexican American students in California. The bill also updates the list of state holidays to include various cultural and historical observances. State employees will observe these holidays, and courts will observe judicial holidays as defined. The legislation aims to recognize the contributions of those who fought for civil rights and educational equality.