A resolution commemorating June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.

SRES 290 (119th Congress) is federal legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate on June 18, 2025. Sponsored by Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]. Current status: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3536; text: 6/18/2025 CR S3475) (2025-06-25).