The ongoing struggle for Juneteenth recognition in the US

Juneteenth is not recognized as a public paid holiday in Kansas, but lawmakers are trying to make it happen. Sedgwick County will have Juneteenth off starting in 2023, but holidays cost taxpayers about $180,000 extra. The City of Wichita recognizes the holiday for city employees. TaDonne Neal, co-chair for the Juneteenth ICT celebration, says having the day off gives people the opportunity to celebrate and learn. One of her goals is to change the Kansas Bill of Rights, which still has a clause about slavery.