The Original Resolution Recognizing Al Edwards as the Father of Juneteenth
Official title: Recognizing former Texas State Representative Al Edwards as the father of Juneteenth and showing appreciation for successfully passing Texas House Bill 1016, making Texas the first State to recognize Juneteenth (June 19) as an official State holiday.
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- Library of CongressSubmitted in House
- House floor actionsReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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