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MARADMIN 260/24
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC MRA MP//
SUBJ/2024 JUNETEENTH DAY OF OBSERVANCE//
REF/A/PUBLIC LAW 177-17/16JUN2021//
NARR/REF A IS PUBLIC LAW ON THE JUNETEENTH NATIONAL INDEPENDENCE DAY
ACT//
POC/J. L. OLVER/MAJ/CMC (MPE)/TEL: COM 703-784-9371/TEL: DSN 278//
POC/S. A. HOGUE/CAPT/CMC (MPE)/TEL: COM 703-784-9371/TEL: DSN 278//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  In 2021, President Joseph Biden signed Public 
Law 117-17, establishing 19 June as Juneteenth National Independence
Day. It became the first new federal holiday since Martin Luther
King Jr. Day was adopted in 1983.  More information may be found at 
https:(slash)(slash)www.defenseculture.mil/special-observances/.
2.  During this observance month, commanders are encouraged to 
recognize and celebrate the invaluable service and selfless 
contributions of military and civilian African Americans to our 
country and Corps.  Commanders are further encouraged to conduct 
programs and promote participation in observance events within their 
commands and across their local communities. 
3.  The Marine Corps is dedicated to serving in accordance with the 
values we defend by standardizing dignity and respect towards all 
people, no matter what immutable characteristics they possess.  
With steadfast promotion of a professional environment, free from
social or institutional barriers, we create an atmosphere for
Marines to realize and embrace their full potential. 
4.  Release authorized by Brigadier General David R. Everly, 
Director, Manpower Plans and Policy Division, Manpower and Reserve
Affairs.//