H.R.2169 - Proper Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2169, the "Proper Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day Act," aims to amend Title 5 of the United States Code. The bill seeks to ensure that Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day are observed on separate dates. This is particularly relevant when Inauguration Day falls on the same day as the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would prevent the simultaneous observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day. In years where Inauguration Day (January 20th) falls on the third Monday of January (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day), the MLK holiday would be moved to the following Tuesday. This ensures each day is celebrated separately.
Potential Benefits
- Preserves the distinct recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
- Avoids the conflation of two significant but separate observances.
- Maintains the integrity of both holidays.
- Provides clarity in the federal holiday schedule.
- Symbolically reinforces the importance of both events.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for minor disruption to pre-existing schedules if the MLK Day is shifted.
- May be perceived by some as an unnecessary legislative action.
- Could lead to debate about the relative importance of different holidays.
- Possible confusion for individuals who are unaware of the change in specific years.
- Minimal economic impact, positive or negative.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution, as it addresses the scheduling of federal holidays, a matter within the purview of Congress. There are no apparent conflicts with specific articles or amendments. The bill does not infringe on individual rights or alter the structure of government.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).