A celebration of Black history and freedom, the day rose in prominence following the sweeping protests against racial injustice in 2020.

Here's what that means for California workers and who qualifies to take the day off: Juneteenth is celebrated every year on June 19. The holiday was signed into federal law in June 2021, according to the National Park Service.

Juneteenth, the day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, is not a state holiday in Florida. Here's what to know.