The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 72, introduced by a group of Wisconsin legislators, recognizes June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in Wisconsin. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, marking the day in 1865 when Union soldiers informed enslaved individuals in Texas of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The resolution highlights the historical significance of Juneteenth, noting the various narratives surrounding the delay in the announcement of freedom and the broader context of slavery's impact on millions of African Americans, including those held illegally 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 acknowledges Wisconsin's long-standing tradition of celebrating Juneteenth, particularly in Milwaukee, where the first celebration took place 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 in the United States.