California recognizes June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth and urges Californians to celebrate it.
California recognizes June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day, Emancipation Day, Emancipation Celebration, and Freedom Day. The bill urges Californians to celebrate Juneteenth to honor and reflect on the significant role African Americans have played in U.S. history and their contributions to society. Juneteenth commemorates the day when the last slaves in America were freed in 1865. The bill highlights the historical significance of Juneteenth and its recognition as a federal holiday in 2021.
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