H. R. 2119 proposes to amend title 5 of the United States Code to designate St. Patrick's Day as an official Federal holiday. The bill suggests adding St. Patrick’s Day to the list of recognized Federal holidays in Section 6103(a) of the United States Code. This change would...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 2119 wants to make St. Patrick's Day a special day when many people don't have to go to work, just like Christmas or the Fourth of July. This idea might cost more money, and it's not clear why this day should be so special.