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Introduced
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
In Committee
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to: recognizing June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in Wisconsin.
AI Summary
This resolution recognizes June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in Wisconsin, commemorating a pivotal moment in American history when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to announce the end of slavery, over two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. The resolution provides historical context about the delayed enforcement of emancipation, noting various speculative reasons for the prolonged delay, and highlights that slavery in the United States lasted over 250 years, affecting millions of African Americans, including hundreds in Wisconsin. It emphasizes that Juneteenth, which became a federal holiday in 2021, symbolizes African American freedom, achievement, and history, and serves as an opportunity for community solidarity and education about the painful legacy of slavery. The resolution also acknowledges Wisconsin's rich Juneteenth tradition, particularly Milwaukee's long-running celebration that began in 1971, and describes typical Juneteenth observances such as public readings, educational activities, parades, and community festivals. By recognizing Juneteenth, the resolution aims to promote reflection on historical injustices and celebrate the ongoing pursuit of equality and freedom in the United States.
Sponsors (59)
Tim Carpenter (D)*,
Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*,
Dora Drake (D)*,
Jodi Habush Sinykin (D)*,
Dianne Hesselbein (D)*,
Rob Hutton (R)*,
LaTonya Johnson (D)*,
Sarah Keyeski (D)*,
Chris Larson (D)*,
Brad Pfaff (D)*,
Melissa Ratcliff (D)*,
Kelda Roys (D)*,
Jeff Smith (D)*,
Mark Spreitzer (D)*,
Cory Tomczyk (R)*,
Jamie Wall (D)*,
Van Wanggaard (R)*,
Scott Allen (R),
Clint Anderson (D),
Margaret Arney (D),
Mike Bare (D),
Jill Billings (D),
Brienne Brown (D),
Ryan Clancy (D),
Angelina Cruz (D),
Ben DeSmidt (D),
Steve Doyle (D),
Jodene Emerson (D),
Joan Fitzgerald (D),
Russell Goodwin (D),
Kalan Haywood (D),
Francesca Hong (D),
Andrew Hysell (D),
Jenna Jacobson (D),
Alex Joers (D),
Karen Kirsch (D),
Darrin Madison (D),
Renuka Mayadev (D),
Maureen McCarville (D),
Vincent Miresse (D),
Supreme Moore Omokunde (D),
Greta Neubauer (D),
Jerry O'Connor (R),
Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D),
Lori Palmeri (D),
Christian Phelps (D),
Pricilla Prado (D),
Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D),
Ann Roe (D),
Joe Sheehan (D),
Christine Sinicki (D),
Lee Snodgrass (D),
Ryan Spaude (D),
Angela Stroud (D),
Shelia Stubbs (D),
Lisa Subeck (D),
Sequanna Taylor (D),
Angelito Tenorio (D),
Randy Udell (D),
Last Action
Available for scheduling (on 06/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr74 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/SJR74.pdf |
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