A Resolution recognizing June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in Pennsylvania in commemoration of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery was abolished finally in all regions of the United States.
This Pennsylvania resolution officially recognizes June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. The bill encourages residents to observe the day with ceremonies and programs that highlight the history of the transatlantic slave trade and the struggles of formerly enslaved people. By adopting this measure, the state legislature aims to provide an opportunity for citizens to learn about the past and understand the experiences that shaped the nation.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
Committee Review
Jun 2024
House Passage
Jun 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jun 4, 2024
Last action Jun 12, 2024
Floor votes · House Jun 12, 2024
How they voted
177–2
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 180
Jun 12, 2024
D
Democratic89
100% Yea
R
Republican91
96% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Jun 12, 2024
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Jun 5, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Jun 4, 2024
Committee
Referred to Tourism & Economic & Recreational Development
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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