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At least 20 states don't recognize Juneteenth as a legal holiday

by Henry Epp
Jun 19, 2023
The number of states that celebrate June 19th as a paid holiday is growing, but it could be years before it's a given in every state.
A Juneteenth celebration in Washington, D.C. Juneteenth is a federal holiday and recognized in most states. Many would like to see it officially honored everywhere.
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