The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 74 recognizes June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in Wisconsin, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth, celebrated since 1865, marks the day when Union soldiers announced the freedom of enslaved individuals in Texas, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The resolution highlights the historical significance of Juneteenth, noting various theories regarding the delay in the announcement of freedom and acknowledging the long-lasting impact of slavery on African Americans, including those in Wisconsin.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of Juneteenth as a celebration of African American freedom, achievement, and history, fostering solidarity in the ongoing fight for equality. It notes Wisconsin's rich tradition of Juneteenth celebrations, particularly in Milwaukee, which began in 1971. The resolution calls for public readings, educational activities, parades, and community festivals to honor this day, providing an opportunity for reflection on the history of slavery and the progress made toward freedom and equality for African Americans in the United States.