H. RES. 1308 recognizes June 19, 2024, as an observance of Juneteenth Independence Day, highlighting its historical significance when Union soldiers announced the end of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865. The resolution encourages ongoing celebrations of Juneteenth to educate people about the...
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H. RES. 1308 is a special message from the government saying that June 19, 2024, is a day to remember and celebrate when many enslaved people in Texas were told they were free, long ago in 1865. This day is called Juneteenth, and people are encouraged to celebrate it with fun and learning activities to remember how important freedom is.