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This resolution recognizes June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth, a significant historical commemoration marking the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The resolution provides extensive historical context, noting that Juneteenth (June 19, 1865) marks the day when General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and issued General Order No. 3, effectively freeing the last slaves in America, nearly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The resolution highlights the historical significance of Juneteenth, tracing the African American experience from the first arrival of enslaved Africans in colonial America in 1619 through the Civil War and subsequent Civil Rights Movement. It acknowledges that Juneteenth is now recognized as a federal holiday and an official state holiday in all 50 states, symbolizing a day of reflection, education, and celebration of African American freedom, achievement, and contributions to American society. The California Legislature urges all Californians to join in commemorating Juneteenth, honoring the significant roles African Americans have played in United States history and recognizing their ongoing commitment to promoting unity, brotherhood, and equality.

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