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GOVERNOR WALZ ESTABLISHES JUNETEENTH AS A STATE HOLIDAY

Governor Tim Walz today signed into law legislation establishing Juneteenth as a State holiday. Senate File 13 commemorates June 19 as the official end of slavery in the United States. “Juneteenth is an important opportunity for communities across the state and nation to celebrate freedom, recognize the history and contributions of Black Americans, and recommit to building […]

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GOVERNOR TIM WALZ ISSUES JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY PROCLAMATION

Governor Tim Walz today issued a proclamation to officially recognize June 19, 2020 as Juneteenth Freedom Day in the State of Minnesota to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Governor Walz is also calling on the legislature to work with community to establish a state holiday recognizing Juneteenth.   “Juneteenth marks our

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