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MN SF13

MN SF13
Juneteenth (June 19) state holiday recognition


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Introduced
01/04/2023
In Committee
01/23/2023
Crossed Over
01/26/2023
Passed
02/03/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/03/2023

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to state government; recognizing Juneteenth, June 19, as a state holiday; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 10.55; 645.44, subdivision 5.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to recognize Juneteenth, June 19, as a state holiday in Minnesota. Specifically, it amends existing statutes to designate Juneteenth as an official state holiday, alongside other recognized holidays such as New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Independence Day. The bill also provides that when Juneteenth falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the following or preceding day, respectively, shall be observed as the holiday. The bill aims to recognize the historical significance of the abolition of slavery and the important contributions of African-Americans to Minnesota's communities, culture, and economy.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Secretary of State, Filed (on 02/03/2023)

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