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A resolution commemorating June 19, 2025, 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.

USA119th CongressSRES-290| Senate 
| Updated: 6/25/2025
John Cornyn

John Cornyn

Republican Senator

Texas

Cosponsors (31)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Bill Cassidy (Republican)Mazie K. Hirono (Democratic)Katie Boyd Britt (Republican)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Kirsten E. Gillibrand (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Ron Johnson (Republican)Marsha Blackburn (Republican)Todd Young (Republican)Angus S. King (Independent)Roger F. Wicker (Republican)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic)Ted Cruz (Republican)Tim Scott (Republican)Kevin Cramer (Republican)James C. Justice (Republican)Bernard Sanders (Independent)Maria Cantwell (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Susan M. Collins (Republican)Raphael G. Warnock (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)John Hoeven (Republican)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mark Kelly (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution commemorates June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" , acknowledging the historical significance of June 19, 1865. On this date, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing news of the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved people, more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth began as a holiday in Texas and has since become a federal holiday celebrated across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. It serves as a special day of observance to honor African-American freedom, encourage self-development, and respect all cultures, reflecting the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and their descendants. The Senate resolves to commemorate this day, recognize its historical importance to the United States, and support its continued nationwide celebration. This ongoing observance provides an opportunity for people to learn more about the past and better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation, acknowledging the end of slavery as a vital part of U.S. history and heritage.

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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-756
A resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-263
A resolution commemorating June 19, 2023, 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-269
A resolution designating June 19, 2021, as "Juneteenth 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-679
A resolution commemorating June 19, 2022, 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-620
A resolution designating June 19, 2020, as "Juneteenth 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-253
A resolution designating June 19, 2019, as "Juneteenth 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.
Jun 18, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 18, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3475)
Jun 18, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 25, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 25, 2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3536; text: 6/18/2025 CR S3475)
Jun 25, 2025
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-756
    A resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-263
    A resolution commemorating June 19, 2023, 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-269
    A resolution designating June 19, 2021, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-679
    A resolution commemorating June 19, 2022, 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-620
    A resolution designating June 19, 2020, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-253
    A resolution designating June 19, 2019, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • June 18, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 18, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3475)


  • June 18, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • June 25, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 25, 2025
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3536; text: 6/18/2025 CR S3475)


  • June 25, 2025
    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.

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A resolution commemorating June 19, 2025, 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.

USA119th CongressSRES-290| Senate 
| Updated: 6/25/2025
This resolution commemorates June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" , acknowledging the historical significance of June 19, 1865. On this date, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing news of the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved people, more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth began as a holiday in Texas and has since become a federal holiday celebrated across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. It serves as a special day of observance to honor African-American freedom, encourage self-development, and respect all cultures, reflecting the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and their descendants. The Senate resolves to commemorate this day, recognize its historical importance to the United States, and support its continued nationwide celebration. This ongoing observance provides an opportunity for people to learn more about the past and better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation, acknowledging the end of slavery as a vital part of U.S. history and heritage.

Bill Text Versions

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-756
A resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-263
A resolution commemorating June 19, 2023, 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-269
A resolution designating June 19, 2021, as "Juneteenth 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-679
A resolution commemorating June 19, 2022, 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-620
A resolution designating June 19, 2020, as "Juneteenth 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-253
A resolution designating June 19, 2019, as "Juneteenth 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.
Jun 18, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 18, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3475)
Jun 18, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 25, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 25, 2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3536; text: 6/18/2025 CR S3475)
Jun 25, 2025
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-756
    A resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-263
    A resolution commemorating June 19, 2023, 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-269
    A resolution designating June 19, 2021, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-679
    A resolution commemorating June 19, 2022, 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-620
    A resolution designating June 19, 2020, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-253
    A resolution designating June 19, 2019, as "Juneteenth 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.


  • June 18, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 18, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3475)


  • June 18, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • June 25, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • June 25, 2025
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3536; text: 6/18/2025 CR S3475)


  • June 25, 2025
    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
John Cornyn

John Cornyn

Republican Senator

Texas

Cosponsors (31)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Bill Cassidy (Republican)Mazie K. Hirono (Democratic)Katie Boyd Britt (Republican)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Kirsten E. Gillibrand (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Ron Johnson (Republican)Marsha Blackburn (Republican)Todd Young (Republican)Angus S. King (Independent)Roger F. Wicker (Republican)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic)Ted Cruz (Republican)Tim Scott (Republican)Kevin Cramer (Republican)James C. Justice (Republican)Bernard Sanders (Independent)Maria Cantwell (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Susan M. Collins (Republican)Raphael G. Warnock (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)John Hoeven (Republican)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mark Kelly (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysRacial and ethnic relationsU.S. history