Legislative leaders on Thursday agreed to recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States.
The Legislative Coordinating Council voted to add Juneteenth - June 19 - as one of 10 official holidays that the Legislature celebrates.
Last month, Gov. Laura Kelly declared Juneteenth a state holiday.
The governor's declaration, which only applied to executive branch employees, helped Kansas join 29 other states that recognize the holiday.
Already a federal holiday, Juneteenth is also recognized by the neighboring states of Nebraska, Missouri and Colorado.
The governor's announcement meant executive branch offices will be closed . . .
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