WEB USA Federal Holidays for Year 2024
Juneteenth 2024: A Day of Celebration and Education
Why is Juneteenth a Federal Holiday?
Juneteenth, a day of immense significance, will be celebrated as a federal holiday in 2024, marking three years since its official designation. Historically celebrated in Black communities, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
In 2021, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law, recognizing June 19 as a day of national observance. This milestone signifies the official acknowledgement of Juneteenth's profound historical and cultural importance.
On June 18, 2024, at 3:04 am, Sydnee Martin, Trianna Downing, and her twin sister will join countless others in celebrating Juneteenth. For 2024, the holiday falls on a Wednesday, providing an opportunity for nationwide commemorations.
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