HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING "JUNETEENTH NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY" ON JUNE 19, 2025
This bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing "Juneteenth National Freedom Day" on June 19, 2025, specifically for Rhode Island. It urges state citizens to observe the day and learn about its historical significance as a celebration of the end of slavery in the U.S. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply encourages public recognition and education about Juneteenth's history, aligning with Rhode Island's existing state holiday status for the day (established in 2023).
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Jun 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jun 18, 2025
Last action Jun 18, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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1
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1
Committee
0
Jun 18, 2025
Lower · Passed
06/18/2025 House read and passed
lower
10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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