Bill · H.Res. 1170· House(119-HRES-1170)

Supporting the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day", in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of the trailblazing labor and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta.

Age: 76 years

Texas

Introduced: 4/14/2026
Last activity: 4/14/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by: Sylvia Garcia
Cosponsors: - 29 - 0

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution supports designating April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day." It honors the legacy and accomplishments of Dolores Huerta, a labor and civil rights leader. The text highlights her work in organizing farm workers and advancing the rights of Latinos and women. It notes her contributions to consumer boycotts and labor negotiations. Finally, the resolution aims to recognize her lifetime of nonviolent activism and her commitment to equality.

Yes· 3 of 9

Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+5
The resolution honors Dolores Huerta's significant contributions to the civil rights and political empowerment of Latinos.
Would women be better off under this?+5
The resolution recognizes Dolores Huerta as a voice for feminism and a champion for women's equality and representation.
Would union members be better off under this?+5
The resolution celebrates Huerta's role in founding labor associations and negotiating union contracts.