Urge Governor Newsom to Ensure State Employees Have Time Off for Religious Holidays

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Urge Governor Newsom to Sign SB 461 to Ensure State Employees Have Time Off for Religious/Cultural Holidays

Celebrating Religious and Cultural Holidays Is a Right—Not a Luxury

There are a number of religious holidays that are not recognized as holidays for state employees, such as Eid al-Fitr, Diwali, Rosh Hashanah, Ash Wednesday, and many others. These holidays hold significant meaning within different religious groups and the communities that engage in these celebrations. Employees are required to then use their personal time off and explain the holiday to employers in order to celebrate the holiday. This bill ensures religious and ethnic minorities in the California State Service are permitted time off for the observance of significant holidays.

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Subject: Sign SB 461 to Ensure State Employees Have Time Off for Religious/Cultural Holidays

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I am reaching out to urge you to sign SB 461 (Wahab) into law. SB 461, authored by Senator Wahab, is a crucial piece of legislation that seeks to ensure that state employees have the necessary time off to observe their religious and cultural holidays. As a resident of California, I believe that this bill is a significant step towards fostering inclusivity and religious freedom in our state.

The Issue:

SB 461 addresses the lack of inclusivity for all religious and cultural holidays for state employees, an issue which has historically been resolved by ongoing bills that seek to include on religious or cultural holiday at a time. SB 461 recognizes the importance of religious and cultural holidays in people's lives. By providing state employees with reasonable accommodation to observe these holidays, we demonstrate our commitment to religious freedom and cultural inclusivity. This bill does not only support individual employees but also sends a powerful message about the values of our state.

Why SB 461 matters:

Ensuring Religious Freedom: California has always been a beacon of religious freedom, and this bill upholds that legacy by allowing state employees to practice their faith without fear of discrimination or negative repercussions.

Cultural Inclusivity: Recognizing and accommodating cultural holidays demonstrates our respect for the diverse backgrounds and traditions of our state's residents. It fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion.

Productivity and Well-being: Employees who can observe their religious and cultural holidays are likely to be more engaged, satisfied, and productive in their roles. This ultimately benefits the state and its citizens.

By signing SB 461 into law, you would be taking a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and equitable California. It would reaffirm our commitment to upholding the principles of religious freedom and cultural diversity that have always been at the heart of our state's identity. We strongly urge your signing of SB 461 into law.

Thank you for your commitment to religious freedom and cultural diversity!

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Urge Governor Newsom to Sign SB 461 to Ensure State Employees Have Time Off for Religious/Cultural Holidays

Celebrating Religious and Cultural Holidays Is a Right—Not a Luxury

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