Recognizing June 19, 2017, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.

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• H.Res. 936Expressing support for designation of June 19, 2018, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.

  2018-06-13Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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• S.Res. 547A resolution designating June 19, 2018, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.

  2018-06-14Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3958; text: CR S3954)

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• H.Res. 948Recognizing June 19, 2018, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.

  2018-06-19Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Legislative Actions

1. 2017-06-15

   Introduced in House

2. 2017-06-15

   Introduced in House

3. 2017-06-15

   Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.