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New York Legal Holidays Laws<\/h1>\n
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Legal holidays<\/a> are days on which most government offices are typically closed, while government employees receive holiday pay (which is equal to their regular rate of pay). Many private sector employees who work on holidays may qualify for holiday pay (150% of hourly rate), or get paid days off, but it’s up to the employer and may be included in your employment contract.
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Federal legal holidays include New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Labor Day, and Christmas, just to name a few.<\/p>\r\n

New York Legal Holiday Laws at a Glance<\/h2>\r\n

As is required of all states, New York recognizes the same legal holidays as the federal government. While some states have additional legal holidays that reflect the history and culture of the state, New York does not. However, public schools in the Empire State are closed on the following holidays, which are not always on the same date each year:<\/p>\r\n