United States Observes Independence Day Annually

Why it matters locally: As a federal holiday observed nationwide, Independence Day impacts Texas residents through school and government closures, and celebrations across the state.

The United States recognizes Independence Day as a federal holiday. Americans commonly refer to this day as the Fourth of July. The holiday falls on July 4 annually. Citizens commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on this date. The Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This act established the United States of America as an independent nation.