New York bill S02227 changes the public holiday of Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day.

Bill S02227 amends various sections of New York law to change the designation of Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day, effective from the second Monday in October 2025. The changes include updates to the executive law, transportation law, vehicle and traffic law, town law, county law, general construction law, and personal property law to reflect the new holiday name. The bill also ensures that the new holiday is recognized and observed appropriately across different sectors and institutions in the state.

New York bill S02227 changes the public holiday of Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day.

Bill S02227 amends various sections of New York law to change the designation of Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day, effective from the second Monday in October 2025. The changes include updates to the executive law, transportation law, vehicle and traffic law, town law, county law, general construction law, and personal property law to reflect the new holiday name. The bill also ensures that the new holiday is recognized and observed appropriately across different sectors and institutions in the state.