DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognize June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth
Delaware lawmakers recognized June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Independence Day and encouraged residents to honor African Americans' contributions.
What it does
Delaware's Senate and House recognized June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Independence Day. The date recalls when people still enslaved in Galveston learned of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Delaware residents are encouraged to reflect on African Americans' contributions to the state and country and celebrate with activities that honor their history.
Argument forThe recognition may encourage Delaware residents to learn about African Americans' contributions and join events that honor their history.
Argument againstDelaware already has a Juneteenth state holiday, so this one-day recognition may add little for people who already observe it.
More detail
Delaware's Senate and House recognized June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Independence Day. The recognition is in Delaware. The recognition is for June 19, 2026.
The resolution encourages residents to reflect on African Americans' contributions and celebrate with activities and events. It addresses people in Delaware and honors African Americans' contributions to the state and country, past and present. The encouragement concerns June 19, 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
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History
- 2026
- Jun 18Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Lower
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Jun 18Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YESPassed 1st Chamber
- Jun 18Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Jun 18Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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