Expressing support for designation of June 19, 2019, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.

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HRES 448

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Jun 19, 2019

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Commemorative events and holidays Racial and ethnic relations U.S. history

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This resolution expresses support for the designation of Juneteenth Independence Day to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.

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