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John Cornyn (R-TX)

A resolution commemorating June 19, 2026, 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.

S.Res. 781 · Senate resolution Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

A Republican resolution with 13 Democratic cosponsors · See all 22 cosponsors

Last activity — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4286)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution commemorates June 19, 2026, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day." It recognizes the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the enslaved people in the Southwestern States in 1865. The measure acknowledges the historical significance of this day to the United States. It also supports continued nationwide celebrations of the holiday. Finally, it recognizes the observance of the end of slavery as part of the nation's history and heritage.

Yes

  • Scored +5

    Would Black Americans be better off under this?

    The measure honors the history of African American freedom and the significance of Juneteenth to the community.

  • Scored +3

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution recognizes the historical significance of the end of slavery and the importance of Juneteenth to African American history and heritage.

  • Scored +1

    Would white Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution aims to provide all people of the United States with a better understanding of the nation's shared history.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.