S.Res. 679 · 117th Congress

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.

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Sponsor
John Cornyn
Introduced
2022-06-15
Latest action
2022-06-15 · Introduced in Senate

Cosponsors (50)

Ted Cruz

Current member Senate TX Republican

Tim Kaine

Current member Senate VA Democrat

Jack Reed

Current member Senate RI Democrat

Tim Scott

Current member Senate SC Republican