Major corporations have acknowledged Juneteenth as a paid holiday since its recognition in 2021, leading to speculation about which establishments will be open or closed on June 19, 2024.
In the United States, June 19, 2024, marks a significant day on the calendar - Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the day federal troops liberated the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, in 1865. This is the first new federal holiday since 1983.
While federal employees will be enjoying a paid day off, the situation for private employers is not as straightforward. Although some major corporations such as Nike, Target, Best Buy, and tech companies like Google have chosen to observe Juneteenth as a paid holiday, it is not a federal requirement for private companies to provide paid holiday leave, including for Juneteenth.
A comprehensive list of private companies that have made Juneteenth a paid holiday in 2024 was not found in the search results. However, it's important to note that some private employers may voluntarily offer Juneteenth as a paid holiday as part of their benefits.
For instance, Zillow has announced that it will give its employees the day off for Juneteenth. Banks, too, are closed for the holiday, following the lead of federal organizations such as public schools that observe federal holidays by giving employees the day off.
The situation varies among institutions. Some public universities and state agencies may recognize Juneteenth as a paid holiday or provide holiday leave credit, but this is not universal. Similarly, while some banks may observe Juneteenth as a holiday, this does not necessarily mean all companies in the sector do so universally.
To identify specific private companies that have adopted Juneteenth as a paid holiday in 2024, one would typically need to consult individual company websites, press releases, or employee benefits announcements.
State regulations for Juneteenth also vary, with states like New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Washington, Oregon, Delaware, and Texas having previously made Juneteenth a state holiday before 2021.
Despite the lack of a comprehensive list, it's clear that Juneteenth is becoming a growing trend among private companies, with more and more choosing to recognise and celebrate this important day in American history. Major retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Starbucks are among those that remain open on June 19, 2024, but many others are likely to follow suit in the coming years.
The U.S. stock markets, like many businesses, will be closed on June 19, 2024, marking a day of reflection and celebration for many Americans.
- Some private companies, like Zillow, have chosen to make Juneteenth a paid holiday for their employees, as part of their benefits packages.
- Although federal regulations do not require private employers to provide paid holiday leave for Juneteenth, some banks will be closed for the holiday, following the lead of federal organizations and public schools.
- To find out which specific private companies have adopted Juneteenth as a paid holiday in 2024, one would typically need to consult individual company websites, press releases, or employee benefits announcements.
- Major retailers, such as Costco, Walmart, and Starbucks, remain open on June 19, 2024, but many others are likely to join the growing trend of recognizing and celebrating Juneteenth in the coming years.
