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The Original Resolution Recognizing Al Edwards as the Father of Juneteenth

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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.Official Title as Introduced

The Original Resolution Recognizing Al Edwards as the Father of JuneteenthShort Title(s) as Introduced

Legislative history

H.Res. 634·House·Simple resolution·Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Rep. Al Green(Democratic-Texas-9)

Aug 5, 2025

IntroducedSubmitted in House

Aug 5, 2025

HouseReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Aug 5, 2025As introduced in the House