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DemocratBill · H.Res. 640· House(119-HRES-640)

Recognizing the significance of "Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month" in August as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Mexican Americans to the history of the United States.

Rep. Correa
Age: 68 years
California
Introduced
8/8/2025
Last activity
8/8/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
J. Correa
Cosponsors
None
Immigration
  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 recognizes August as "Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month." It serves to celebrate the significant contributions that Mexican Americans have made to the history of the United States. The text highlights various historical achievements in science, labor rights, and civil rights. It also notes the cultural impact of Chicano/Chicana entertainers and artists. Finally, the resolution encourages the observation of this month through appropriate events and activities.

Yes· 3 of 8

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

    The resolution explicitly celebrates the significant contributions and cultural heritage of the Mexican-American community.

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?+3

    The resolution recognizes the presence and cultural importance of the Chicano/Chicana immigrant population.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3

    The resolution highlights the historical struggle against systemic prejudice and promotes the recognition of Mexican American contributions to combat marginalization.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.