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.
This House resolution formally recognizes August as Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month to celebrate the historical contributions of Mexican Americans to the United States. It highlights specific achievements in science, civil rights, labor, and arts, while acknowledging ongoing challenges such as discrimination and underrepresentation in public and private sectors. The bill encourages the observation of this month through appropriate events and activities but does not create new laws or funding mechanisms.
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Introduced Aug 24, 2026
Last action Aug 24, 2026
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Aug 24, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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1 primary · 16 co-sponsors
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J. Luis Correa
DDemocratic
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Adelita S. Grijalva
DDemocratic
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Andrea Salinas
DDemocratic
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André Carson
DDemocratic
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Christian D. Menefee
DDemocratic
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Daniel S. Goldman
DDemocratic
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Dave Min
DDemocratic
Co
Delia C. Ramirez
DDemocratic
Co
Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
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Gabe Vasquez
DDemocratic
Co
Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr.
DDemocratic
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