HB26 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Jackson Representative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Holidays, Juneteenth National Freedom Day, commemorate the abolition of slavery, Sec. 1-3-8 am'd.

Description

Under existing law, the state observes certain days as state holidays.

This bill would designate the third Saturday in June of each year as Juneteenth National Freedom Day to commemorate the abolition of slavery throughout the United States and its territories in 1865.

This bill would require the Governor to issue an annual proclamation honoring this observance and recognizing the important contributions African-Americans have made to Alabama's communities, culture, and economy.

This bill would encourage the Governor to take action necessary to promote and encourage the observance of Juneteenth.

This bill would allow public schools to offer instruction and programs regarding Juneteenth.

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Subjects

Holidays