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DemocratBill · H.Res. 271· House(119-HRES-271)

Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez.

Rep. Carbajal
Age: 62 years
California
Introduced
3/31/2025
Last activity
3/31/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
Salud Carbajal
Cosponsors
Democrat - 6Republican - 0
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
  1. Introduced
  2. 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 seeks to honor the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez. It details his life from a childhood as a migrant farmworker to his service in the United States Navy. The text highlights his leadership in organizing farmworkers for better wages, housing, and working conditions. It notes his commitment to nonviolence and his role in founding the United Farm Workers of America. Ultimately, the House of Representatives intends to recognize his example and promote his enduring legacy.

Yes

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+5

    The resolution celebrates the legacy of a prominent Hispanic civil rights icon.

  • Would union members be better off under this?+3

    The resolution honors the founding of the United Farm Workers union.

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2

    The resolution honors Chavez's service in the Navy.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.