House Bill
Eric A. Crawford
Representative
Cosponsors
1
Policy Area
Summary
This bill would establish St. Patrick's Day as a new federal holiday, giving all Americans a day off work to celebrate Irish heritage and culture.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This bill would establish St. Patrick's Day as a new federal holiday, giving all Americans a day off work to celebrate Irish heritage and culture.
Last updated: 12/30/2025
Congressional Research Service summary
<p>This bill establishes St. Patrick's Day as a federal holiday.</p>
Main provisions of the bill
Potential effects on citizens and communities
If this bill becomes law, it would give over 150 million American workers a new paid day off to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Businesses may see increased sales around the holiday as more people have free time to shop, dine out, and attend parades and festivals. However, some companies may face challenges with staffing and operations on the new federal holiday.
Primary Policy Area
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
1625, 119th Congress (2025). "Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-1625