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California could become the third state to designate Diwali as an official holiday, following in the footsteps of Pennsylvania and Connecticut.

A community leader applauds the Assembly bill, saying it sends a message “that we are a nation of immigrants, so any which way that we can celebrate that aspect is good for everyone.”

California could become the latest U.S. state to designate Diwali as an official statewide holiday.

Last week the California Legislature passed Assembly Bill 268, which would add Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” to the state’s official holiday list.

The Assembly bill would authorize community colleges and public schools t

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