1057), Sec. 662.079. INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY. June 1, 2015. Webbefore you plan out the year. (a) An individual must be a state employee on the workday before and after a state or national holiday in order to be paid for that holiday, unless the holiday falls on the employee's first or last workday of the month. Sec. 2023 City of Dallas Calendar Adobe PDF) Download the 2022 City of Dallas Calendar .ics file to your Calendar application. (5) collaboration between governmental agencies, educational institutions, hospitals, private health care practices, health insurance providers, Medicaid providers, and mental health agencies to increase awareness of postpartum affective illness. WebState Holiday Schedule for Fiscal Year 2022 Holiday Agency Status Date Day of Week Labor Day All agencies closed. 1, eff. (2) the vital support military spouses provide to veterans returning home from military service. ROSA PARKS DAY. TEXAS FLAG DAY. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1310, Sec. 662.056. Friday. 1, eff. 1296), Sec. 3084), Sec. Christmas (Observed) January 1, 2022 (the legal public holiday for New (a) The third full week in October is Texas Native Plant Week to celebrate the native plants of Texas. 662.042. WebA fiscal year is important for accounting purposes and for preparing annual financial statements. Sec. 1, eff. Sec. 915 (H.B. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 377 (S.B. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 20, eff. 9-06-21 Monday Rosh Hashanah. Friday. September 1, 2015. JURY APPRECIATION WEEK. State Payroll Calendar. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Christmas Eve (Observed) December 26. 4 0 obj 1, eff. In addition to the twelve (12) paid designated holidays per fiscal year, eligible employees receive up to 24 hours of paid personal time in accordance with Travis County Sec. 662.057. 1, eff. 289 (H.B. Redesignated from Government Code, Section 662.061 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. (2) agrees to give up during the same fiscal year an equivalent number of state holidays that: (A) do not fall on a Saturday or Sunday; and. (a) September 11 is Texas First Responders Day in honor of the bravery, courage, and determination of Texas men and women who assist others in emergencies. WebHoliday Calendar Fiscal Years 2022 - 2025 . Sec. Sec. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. As of November 19, 50 states have enacted a Webfourth Thursday and Friday in November (November 23 - 24, 2023) Winter Holiday Break. DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS WEEK. (b) Minority Cancer Awareness Month shall be regularly observed by appropriate activities in public locations to increase cancer awareness, including the specific effects, incidences, and impact of cancer on minority populations, and encourage support for minority cancer education, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. (a) November 7 is Victims of Communism Day in memory of the more than 100 million people who died and countless others who suffered under communist regimes. 662.080. 268, Sec. 139 (H.B. November 23 & 24, 2023. June 20, 2003. September 1, 2019. Sec. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 662.073. 662.111. (c) Public offices of this state shall remain open on Columbus Day. 21.001(42), eff. 662.002. EMPLOYEE WORKING OTHER THAN MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. <> 662.104. September 1, 2013. Renumbered from Government Code, Section 662.103 by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. WebEMPLOYEE WORKING OTHER THAN MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. (a) The third Wednesday in October of each year is Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day to promote education, awareness, and access for women considering postmastectomy breast reconstruction. 662.067. 2595), Sec. 1035, Sec. 662.155. HOLIDAYS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES. (2) encourage the development of partnerships between the federal government, health care professionals, and patient advocacy groups to advance the public's understanding of the condition, improve the diagnosis and treatment of the condition, and support research for a cure. Sec. June 18, 1999. Note: Agencies that provide 24-hour, 7-days-a-week services may conform to the above schedule by WebBelow you will find a list of the 2022 Texas State Holidays. 1, eff. 1, eff. WebIt is recognized that some agencies may need to adopt an additional holiday schedule applicable to their employees working on assigned shifts to maintain a 24-hour operation; this schedule would designate as holidays the specific dates of the legal observances rather than substitute weekdays when the observance occurs on Saturday or Sunday. By Deborah Rollins On December 22nd, 2021 Leave a Comment. 1, eff. You can now filter by Audience, Semester, Part-of-Term, Date Range and more! 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Sec. (b) A state holiday includes only the following days: (1) the 19th day of January, "Confederate Heroes Day," in honor of Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and other Confederate heroes; (2) the second day of March, "Texas Independence Day"; (3) the 21st day of April, "San Jacinto Day"; (4) the 19th day of June, "Emancipation Day in Texas," in honor of the emancipation of the slaves in Texas in 1865; (5) the 27th day of August, "Lyndon Baines Johnson Day," in observance of the birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson; (c) An "optional holiday" includes only the days on which Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, or Good Friday falls. 706), Sec. (b) Vietnam Veterans Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies. Feel free to use the quick reference guide below BUDDY CHECK DAY. If a holiday falls on a weekend, it will not be moved to another date. 28, eff. 1064), Sec. Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. September 1, 2009. NCSL tracks states' enactment of their FY 2022 budgets. 87 (S.B. September 1, 2013. Redesignated from Government Code, Section 662.065 by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 3042), Sec. On state holidays when state agencies are required to remain open, agencies are not required to operate with full staff. (b) Space Exploration Day may be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies and activities. 555), Sec. September 1, 2017. PUBLIC SCHOOL PARAPROFESSIONAL DAY. (a) March 1 is designated as Texas Girls in STEM Day to celebrate and encourage the participation of girls in this state in fields related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. ENTITLEMENT TO PAID DAY OFF. State Capitol 500 Woodlane Avenue, Suite 256 Little Rock, AR 72201 501-682-1010 View Google Map. 279, Sec. (2) the dangers presented to children by unattended and unlocked vehicles and by being left in closed vehicles during hot or sunny weather. 915 (H.B. Good Thursday & Friday. 2, eff. TEXAS ADOPTION DAY. Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 662.114. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. Sec. 51 (H.B. 1, eff. 662.021. WOMEN'S INDEPENDENCE DAY. WebAll Events. TEXAS HISTORY MONTH. June 20. 662.001. Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. WebState Holiday Calendar Office of Planning and Budget Budget Documents Forms, Guidelines and Memos LaGov Budget Requests Midyear Reporting Performance WebTuesday, January 31, 2023, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller reminds the Texas agriculture community that the USDAs deadline to respond to the 2022 Census of Agriculture is Monday, February 6th. Sept. 1, 1997. Sec. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. Optional Holiday. (b) International Trade Awareness Week shall be observed by appropriate ceremonies and activities. List of public holidays 2023 and A school fiscal year that begins July 1 will end on June 30 of the 1, eff. For US Post office holidays 2022 list please visit. Other offices may be requested by their Vice President to remain open as well. 2 0 obj Sec. Sec. Sec. CHAPTER 662. Sec. 2022 TEXAS HOLIDAYS The next state holiday in Texas is 2nd March, ThursdayTexas Independence Day 2021 Texas Holidays 2022 Texas Holidays 2023 1, eff. BUFFALO SOLDIERS HERITAGE MONTH. 662.151. (a) September is Hydrocephalus Awareness Month to: (1) increase public awareness of hydrocephalus, a serious neurological condition characterized by the abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluids in the ventricles of the brain; and. 4170), Sec. 618 (S.B. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> It provides resources to ensure HHS can achieve its mission and tackle major challenges facing our country today, including the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing numbers of Unaccompanied Migrant Children, climate change, the opioid and substance use crisis, The Academic Calendar has a new look along with some exciting new features! Sec. Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1035, Sec. 3435), Sec. 274 (S.B. 21.001(27), eff. 324 (S.B. WILLIE VELASQUEZ DAY. (b) Influenza Awareness Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate programs and activities. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. (b) State of Texas Anniversary Remembrance Day (STAR Day) shall be regularly observed by appropriate and patriotic programs in the public schools and other places to properly commemorate the annexation of this state and to inspire a greater appreciation for the history of this state. For most Federal employees, Friday, December 31, 2021 will be treated as a holiday for pay and leave purposes. Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 502, Sec. Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. (b) Dr. Hector P. Garcia Day may be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies and activities in the public schools and other places to properly commemorate the importance of the contributions made by Dr. Garcia. June 18, 1999, and Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. WebFISCAL YEAR 2020 HOLIDAYS AND OBSERVANCES CALENDAR Official state holidays are in bold Offices will not be closed on another day when designated holidays Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (2) celebrate and honor the women of this state who have excelled in those fields. Sec. 966 (H.B. UTERINE FIBROIDS AWARENESS MONTH. STATE OF TEXAS ANNIVERSARY REMEMBRANCE DAY (STAR DAY). 1035, Sec. (b) Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies. The second full week in September is Direct Support Professionals Week to honor the work of direct support professionals as an integral part of the long-term support system for individuals with physical and mental disabilities. 1133 (H.B. NEONATAL ABSTINENCE SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH. TEXAS FIRST RESPONDERS DAY. (b) Buddy Check Day may be regularly observed by appropriate programs and activities coordinated by the Texas Veterans Commission to promote assistance and other services available to veterans and promote education and awareness of issues facing veterans. Forty-six states begin fiscal year (FY) 2022 on July 1, 2021. September 1, 2021. (a) November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month to increase awareness of lung cancer and encourage funding of research and more effective treatments. (a) The 11th day of each month is Buddy Check Day to encourage veterans to contact other veterans, including those with whom they served, who may need assistance. Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1, eff. 662.007. *the maximum hours that may be carried over to the next fiscal year is based on the employee's full-time equivalent (FTE) as of August 31st. Salary Schedules as of October 11, 2021 Union, Administrative Law Judge at the Office of Administrative Hearings Union, Fire Union, Police Union, UDC AFSCME Union Administrative Employees Union, Full Time Bus Attendant and Motor Vehicle Operator Teamsters 639 Union, Part-Time Motor Vehicle Operators Bus Attendants AFSCME 1959 (b) International Holocaust Remembrance Day may be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies and activities. 717, Sec. Christmas Day Observed. 662.069. 662.048. Dr. Garcia, a World War II hero, was awarded a Bronze Star Medal with six battle stars in recognition of his meritorious service to the United States. 680 (H.B. This subchapter applies to a state employee of the house of representatives or the senate only at the discretion of the presiding officer or the administration committee of each respective house. (b) Lung Cancer Awareness Month may be regularly observed by appropriate activities in public schools and other places to increase the awareness of lung cancer and support for lung cancer research. 87 (S.B. Sec. Sept. 1, 2003; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 662.070. Sec. Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 21.001(40), eff. 1, eff. TRANSFERRING EMPLOYEE: PAYMENT FOR HOLIDAY. Monday & Tuesday. May 9, 2005. Thursday, November 24, 2022 Monday, 2022. (4) "Workday" means a day on which a state employee is normally scheduled to work. Employees (including employees who work non-standard workweeks) have one year from the date the time was earned to use the leave before it expires. 1, eff. Christmas Day Observed. OPTIONAL HOLIDAY. VOLUNTEERS FOR DEMOCRACY DAY. 287, Sec. 1, eff. Other: Fiscal Julian. 662.083. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 405), Sec. There are eleven annual U.S. federal holidays on the official 2022 calendar : New Year's Day, Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WEEK. 268, Sec. 1, eff. (a) The second Wednesday in May of each year is Public School Paraprofessional Day in recognition of education paraprofessionals including teacher assistants, instructional aides, educational trainers, library attendants, bilingual assistants, special education associates, mentors, and tutors. Redesignated from Government Code, Section 662.071 by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. At UCI, the fiscal year begins on July 1 and ends on June 30. 478, Sec. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 662.106. 662.004. 467 (H.B. 662.064. May 19, 2011. September 1, 2017. (b) Except as provided by Section 662.010, and notwithstanding Section 659.015 or another law, a state employee who is a peace officer commissioned by a state officer or state agency listed under Article 2.12, Code of Criminal Procedure, or who is employed by the Department of Public Safety either to perform communications or dispatch services related to traffic law enforcement or as a public security officer, as that term is defined by Section 1701.001, Occupations Code, or who is employed by the Parks and Wildlife Department to perform communications and dispatch services to assist law enforcement officers commissioned by the Parks and Wildlife Commission in performing law enforcement duties, and who is required to work on a national or state holiday that falls on a Saturday or Sunday is entitled to compensatory time off at the rate of one hour for each hour worked on the holiday. MENTAL HEALTH CONDITION AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PARITY AWARENESS MONTH. (December 25 - 29, 2023 & January 1, 2024) Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 3607), Sec. WebTEXAS STATE AGENCIES FISCAL YEAR 2023 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE Weekend Holidays: Offices will not be closed on another day when designated holidays fall on a Supervisors must provide ample opportunity for those employees observing energy conservation days to earn the comp time in advance. 21.001(46), eff. 324 (S.B. June 19, 1997. The agency the employee is transferring to is responsible for paying the employee for the holiday. Veterans Day. September 1, 2021. Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 462, Sec. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. (a) May 4 is Texas Firefighters Day in honor of the bravery, determination, and service of Texas firefighters, many of whom are volunteers. 2022 Texas Holidays 2023 Texas Holidays List of State Holidays of Texas in 2021 Upcoming State Holidays in Texas Texas Independence Day Thursday Mar 02, 2023 The upcoming United States holiday Texas Independence Day is in 2 days from today. Web*When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Holiday Credit provisions apply. By Deborah Rollins On December 22nd, 2021 Leave a Comment. 662.046. Please refer to this holiday schedule for dates when the Capitol and state agencies will be closed in 2022. Sec. (b) American Indian Heritage Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs in the public schools and other places to honor American Indians in this state and to celebrate the rich traditional and contemporary American Indian culture. (c) The paid holiday time off of a part-time state employee who works on a schedule other than Monday through Friday must be proportionally reduced to account for the fewer hours the employee normally works. 662.084. Fiscal year 2022-2023 has 13 holidays (including 2 floating holidays). Sec. September 1, 2019. 565), Sec. Gift Days A gift day is a paid day (use of benefit time is not required) provided to September 1, 2021. Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1, eff. 1, eff. 2730), Sec. (b) Texas Native Plant Week may be regularly observed in public schools and other places with programs to appreciate, explore, and study Texas native plants. The pay of a part-time state employee for a paid day off to which the employee is entitled under this subchapter must be proportionally reduced to account for the fewer hours the employee normally works. September 1, 2009. 2597), Sec. SAM RAYBURN DAY. 3167), Sec. WebAcademic Calendar. 1236 (S.B. Texas Flag Day shall be celebrated each March 2, Texas Independence Day. (a) A state employee who is required to work on a national or state holiday is entitled to compensatory time off during the 12 months after the holiday if the state employee is entitled to a paid day off from working for a state agency on the holiday under Section 662.005. Sept. 1, 1999. If comp time is not available, an employee must use available vacation or take leave without pay. 318), Sec. Business & Commercial Services (BCS) Victory Building 1401 W. Capitol Avenue, Suite 250 Little Rock, AR 72201 888-233-0325 or 501-682-3409 corprequest @sos.arkansas.gov. 1035, Sec. Aug. 30, 1999. Agency closed for Memorial Day May 29, 2023; July 2023. Optional Holiday: 3-31-22. June 19, 1997; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. In this subchapter: (1) "Part-time state employee" means a state employee who normally works fewer than 40 hours each week. Payroll/Personnel. WebDownload Full Year Calendar. (b) Texas First Responders Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies in the public schools and other places to honor Texas first responders. Sec. MD Anderson has approved the following institutional (a) An individual who is a state employee on the last workday before or the first workday after an optional holiday, or on both workdays, is entitled, except as provided by Section 662.010, to a paid day off from working for a state agency on the holiday if: (1) the holiday does not fall on a Saturday or Sunday; (2) the employee agrees to give up, during the same fiscal year, a state holiday that: (A) does not fall on a Saturday or Sunday; and, (B) the General Appropriations Act does not prohibit state agencies from observing; and. A public office of this state may be closed on a legal holiday, except as provided by Section 662.004. Sec. September 1, 2021. Sec. 295), Sec. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1303 (H.B. 29, eff. 662.074. Because the fiscal year straddles two different calendar years, the calendar year and fiscal year will not always match. (a) October is Mental Health Condition and Substance Use Disorder Parity Awareness Month to increase awareness of and compliance with state and federal rules, regulations, and statutes concerning the availability of, and terms and conditions of, benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders. September 1, 2017. Eligible state agency employees are entitled to a paid day off from work on national, state and optional holidays observed by the state. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Institutions of higher education may rearrange state holidays and establish their own holidays in order to provide more effective work schedules consistent with the academic calendar. 21.001(43), eff. (a) January 9 is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. (a) July 20 is Space Exploration Day in honor of the heroes of Apollo 11 and those who continue to pursue innovation and exploration. (a) The first Friday in November of each year is Texas Arbor Day to encourage the planting and cultivation of forest, shade, and ornamental trees throughout the state. September 1, 2019. State agencies are authorized to be closed on all national holidays and certain state holidays the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and the day after Christmas. The University will observe this new federal holiday starting in Fiscal Year 2022. 2022-2023 Holiday Schedule. (b) Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Awareness Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate programs and activities. The President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Budget invests in America. Holiday compensatory hours do not transfer when an employee moves from one state agency to another, unless the transfer is due to a legislative action. 9-07-21. 459, Sec. September 1, 2021. Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. DEFINITIONS. Agencies must remain open on the remaining state holidays, with enough staff on hand to manage their day-to-day public business. 495), Sec. MINIMUM NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES NEEDED TO CONDUCT BUSINESS. 27.001(43), eff. Friday, November 11, 2022. Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. The week that includes the third Saturday in October is Veterinary Technician Week in recognition of the critical role veterinary technicians play in the day-to-day functions of veterinary practices and for their vital role in preserving animal health and welfare. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check 1, eff. (b) Texas Arbor Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate ceremonies and activities. 662.012. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 662.011. 662.059. PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES HISTORY AND AWARENESS MONTH. 1, eff. 662.008. 177 (S.B. The week that includes the third Friday in May is Transportation Week in recognition of National Transportation Week and the contributions of the transportation industry to the State of Texas. 279, Sec. 2: Winter Holiday Sec. Monday. 279, Sec. (b) This section does not apply to a state holiday that falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, or the 24th or 26th day of December. 1420, Sec. 662.006. 1312, Sec. SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS DAY. 1, eff. 662.102. 9-06-21 Monday Rosh Hashanah Optional Holiday 9-07-21 Tuesday Rosh Hashanah Optional Holiday 9-08-21 Wednesday Yom Kippur Sec. WebA schedule of federal and state holidays for the current fiscal year is available on the state auditors website. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. Sec. 1146 (H.B. The second Sunday in August of each year is Texas Parents Day to celebrate the Texas family and to emphasize the importance of parents taking an active role in the raising and future of their children.