Depot Investment Reform Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 3336

119th Congress

Depot Investment Reform Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 28, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Christopher R. Deluzio

Representative

Democratic

PA-17

Cosponsors

17

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Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Summary

The Diwali Day Act would establish the Hindu holiday of Diwali as a federal holiday in the United States. This means that federal government offices and many businesses would be closed on the day of Diwali each year, giving Americans the opportunity to observe and celebrate this important cultural tradition.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

SponsorChristopher R. Deluzio (D-PA)

Introduced10/28/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

ChamberHouse

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Depot Investment Reform Act of 2025

The Diwali Day Act would establish the Hindu holiday of Diwali as a federal holiday in the United States. This means that federal government offices and many businesses would be closed on the day of Diwali each year, giving Americans the opportunity to observe

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The Diwali Day Act would establish the Hindu holiday of Diwali as a federal holiday in the United States. This means that federal government offices and many businesses would be closed on the day of Diwali each year, giving Americans the opportunity to observe and celebrate this important cultural tradition.

Bill Number: 3336
Sponsor: Christopher R. Deluzio (D-PA)
Introduced: 10/28/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Policy Area: Arts, Culture, Religion

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Fact Sheet

Title: Depot Investment Reform Act of 2025
Bill Number: 3336
Sponsor: Christopher R. Deluzio (D-PA)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced: 10/28/2025
Summary: The Diwali Day Act would establish the Hindu holiday of Diwali as a federal holiday in the United States. This means that federal government offices and many businesses would be closed on the day of Diwali each year, giving Americans the opportunity to observe and celebrate this important cultural t

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Diwali Day Act would establish the Hindu holiday of Diwali as a federal holiday in the United States. This means that federal government offices and many businesses would be closed on the day of Diwali each year, giving Americans the opportunity to observe and celebrate this important cultural tradition.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Diwali Day Act This bill establishes Diwali, also known as Deepavali, as a federal holiday.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes Diwali, a major Hindu festival of lights, as a federal holiday in the United States
Federal government offices and many private businesses would be closed on the day of Diwali each year
Allows Americans of Hindu faith to observe and celebrate Diwali, one of the most significant holidays in Hinduism

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this bill becomes law, it would primarily impact Hindu Americans and their communities, who would gain the ability to observe Diwali without having to use personal time off. It could also raise awareness and appreciation for Hindu culture and traditions among the broader American public.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3336, 119th Congress (2025). "Depot Investment Reform Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3336

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