Commemorates Juneteenth National Independence Day
Official: A resolution commemorating June 19, 2026, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.
This resolution commemorates June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Independence Day to honor the end of slavery in the United States.
1. This resolution marks June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Independence Day. 2. It honors the date in 1865 when enslaved people in the Southwestern States learned about their freedom. 3. The resolution encourages public celebrations and educational events on this day. 4. It aims to promote awareness of the history and significance of Juneteenth.
This resolution affects all Americans, especially those who celebrate African American history and culture.