Louisiana § RS 1:58.2 - Juneteenth Day
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 1:58.2 — Juneteenth Day, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 1:58.2. Juneteenth Day
A. Juneteenth Day has long been recognized as a special day of celebration for the freedom of African Americans. As such, since 1865 the day has been celebrated as the day African Americans received the news of the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. The celebration of this day has grown into a special day celebrating this freedom as well as a day of learning, sharing, and giving respect to the history, culture, and achievements of African Americans.
B. The third Saturday in June is recognized and designated as Juneteenth Day throughout the state of Louisiana, in honor of the day African Americans celebrate as Emancipation Day.
Acts 2003, No. 433, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 1:58.2 cover?
Section RS 1:58.2 ("Juneteenth Day") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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