This bill recognizes the life, work, and legacy of Csar Estrada Chvez and encourages the commemoration of his contributions to farmworkers' rights.
Salud Carbajal
Representative
CA-24
This bill recognizes the life and work of Csar Estrada Chvez, who fought for fair working conditions for farmworkers. It acknowledges his commitment to nonviolent tactics and the passage of the 1975 California Agricultural Labor Relations Act due to his efforts. The bill pledges to promote his legacy and encourages people to commemorate his work and remember his rallying cry: S se puede!
Resolution Honors César Chávez: Remembering a Legacy of Farmworker Rights and 'Sí Se Puede!'
This resolution formally recognizes the life, work, and lasting legacy of César Estrada Chávez, a key figure in the American labor movement. It specifically highlights his decades-long fight, starting in 1949, for fair wages, decent working conditions, and better housing for farmworkers, alongside his staunch opposition to child labor. The text acknowledges his co-founding of the National Farm Workers Association in 1962, which grew into the United Farm Workers of America (UFW), and his unwavering commitment to nonviolent methods inspired by figures like Martin Luther King, Jr.
Beyond just looking back, the resolution serves as an official nod to Chávez's tangible achievements and enduring influence. It notes his critical role in the passage of the landmark 1975 California Agricultural Labor Relations Act – a direct result of his organizing efforts – and lists significant honors like the Presidential Medal of Freedom awarded posthumously in 1994. By recounting these milestones and encouraging people today to remember his rallying cry, 'Sí se puede!' (Yes, we can!), the resolution aims to keep Chávez's dedication to social justice and worker dignity in the public consciousness.