HF1565 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Annual observance for Philando Castile Restoration and Unity Days established.

Related bill: SF913

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This bill proposes the establishment of Philando Castile Restoration and Unity Days as an annual observance in Minnesota, to be recognized on July 6 and 7 each year.

  • July 6 is designated as Philando Castile Restoration Day, encouraging individuals to connect across communities, listen to others’ stories, seek understanding, and promote unity.
  • July 7 is designated as Philando Castile Unity Day, meant to honor Castile’s life and legacy, as well as remember all individuals lost to police violence.

The bill acknowledges Philando Castile’s contributions as a nutrition service supervisor in Saint Paul Public Schools, particularly his generosity in paying for students' meals. It also recognizes his tragic death during a police traffic stop on July 6, 2016, in Falcon Heights, Minnesota.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the governor annually issue proclamations in recognition of these observances.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 25, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toState Government Finance and Policy
March 02, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added