California lawmakers' push to make Muslim holy days state holidays sparks debate over school neutrality

California Assembly Bill 2017 would designate Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as state holidays and allow schools to opt into observing these Muslim holy days. The bill permits schools to close on these dates or recognize them through educational activities. State lawmakers are considering the measure as part of ongoing discussions about school calendars and religious observance recognition.

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