legislation: 113-sres-474

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113-sres-474 113 sres 474 A resolution designating June 19, 2014, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the day on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2014-06-12 2014-06-12 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4673; text as passed Senate: CR S3670-3671) Senate Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] MI D L000261 44 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates June 19, 2014, as Juneteenth Independence Day. Recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day and supports the continued nationwide celebration of such Day as an opportunity to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States. Recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is a part of the history and heritage of the United States. 2022-01-05T18:13:28Z  

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