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S.Res. 781

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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.

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Passed

Latest Action · June 18, 2026

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Congress

119th (2025–2027)

Introduced

June 18, 2026

Sponsor

Sen. John CornynR

Cosponsors (22)

13D 7R

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119th (2025–2027)

S.Res. 781

This resolution commemorates June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Independence Day to recognize and observe the end of slavery in the United States.

https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/sres781/BILLS-119sres781ats.htm

https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/sres781/BILLS-119sres781ats.htm

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