Alabama Celebrates: Gov. Kay Ivey Establishes Juneteenth as an Official State Holiday

The Birmingham Times Juneteenth is officially recognized as a state holiday in Alabama. On Thursday, Governor Kay Ivey endorsed legislation establishing June 19 as a state holiday. Passed by both the Senate and House, House Bill 165 was championed by Bobby Singleton and Representative Rick Rehm, marking an important acknowledgment of the end of slavery. Previously proclaimed by Ivey, this bill ensures all state offices will close on Juneteenth. Celebrated since 1865, Juneteenth also received federal holiday status in 2021, emphasizing its significance in American history.