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Oregon House Passes Bill for Juneteenth
Oregon House Passes Bill for Juneteenth
Oregon House Passes Bill for Juneteenth
OREGON- The Oregon House of Representatives passed House Bill 168, which would make Juneteenth an official state holiday.   The holiday, celebrated on June 19th, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S., and celebrates the dignity, freedom and contributions made by Black Americans.   “ ...