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Recognizing June 19, 2024, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
6/26/2024, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 1308
Bill 118 HRES 1308, also known as the Juneteenth Independence Day Act, aims to recognize June 19, 2024, as the official observance of Juneteenth Independence Day. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, commemorates the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of slavery in the United States.
The bill acknowledges the historical significance of Juneteenth as a day of celebration and reflection on the struggles and achievements of African Americans. It calls for the observance of Juneteenth to be a time for communities to come together to honor the contributions of African Americans to the nation and to promote unity and understanding among all Americans.
By recognizing June 19, 2024, as this year's observance of Juneteenth Independence Day, the bill seeks to ensure that this important day in American history is remembered and celebrated for generations to come. It is a step towards acknowledging the injustices of the past and working towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all Americans.
The bill acknowledges the historical significance of Juneteenth as a day of celebration and reflection on the struggles and achievements of African Americans. It calls for the observance of Juneteenth to be a time for communities to come together to honor the contributions of African Americans to the nation and to promote unity and understanding among all Americans.
By recognizing June 19, 2024, as this year's observance of Juneteenth Independence Day, the bill seeks to ensure that this important day in American history is remembered and celebrated for generations to come. It is a step towards acknowledging the injustices of the past and working towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all Americans.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1308
Bill HRES 1308 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 18, 2024. Bill HRES 1308 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 18, 2024. Bill HRES 1308's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of June 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1308
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
188Democrat Cosponsors
186Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1308
Recognizing June 19, 2024, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
Recognizing June 19, 2024, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
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