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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.

119th Congress Introduced by Yassamin Ansari and 27 co-sponsors

Designating April 10 as Dolores Huerta Day honors her leadership in farm workers’ rights and women’s advocacy, recognizing her impact without creating policy or funding changes.

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Bill Summary · HRES 1170

Summary of H.Res. 1170 (119th Congress, 2nd Session)

Title: Supporting the designation of April 10 as “Dolores Huerta Day,” in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of Dolores Huerta

1) Purpose and intent

  • The resolution expresses support for designating April 10 as “Dolores Huerta Day.”
  • It honors Dolores Huerta’s lifelong work as a labor and civil rights leader and recognizes her contributions to advancing civil rights, equality, and improvements for farm workers and women.

2) Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution itself is a symbolic, non-binding measure.
  • It:
    • Recognizes Dolores Huerta’s birth date (April 10, 1930) and chronicles her major leadership roles and advocacy efforts.
    • Commends her work with farm workers, particularly the United Farm Workers (and its predecessor), including organizing efforts, boycotts, and negotiations.
    • Highlights Huerta’s efforts to improve working conditions, safety, and pesticide reforms for farm workers.
    • Emphasizes her advocacy for women’s rights and Latino representation in politics.
    • Note: Specific policy changes or funding provisions are not included; the measure seeks congressional acknowledgment and ceremonial designation.

3) Who or what would be affected

  • Legislative/Commemorative Impact:
    • The designation would affect how April 10 is officially recognized within the United States, potentially guiding observances, educational initiatives, and public recognition.
  • Stakeholders Mentioned:
    • Dolores Huerta as a historical figure and contemporary civil rights advocate.
    • Farm workers, Latino communities, women’s rights advocates, and labor movements connected to Huerta’s legacy.
  • No direct regulatory or fiscal changes are mandated by this resolution.

4) Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced in the House on April 14, 2026.
  • Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Sponsorship: Cores with a broad slate of House members across multiple districts; multiple co-sponsors listed, including prominent figures.

5) Context and significance

  • The resolution memorializes and elevates the legacy of Dolores Huerta, acknowledging her pivotal roles in:
    • Founding and leading worker organizing efforts (e.g., the National Farm Workers Association, precursor to the UFW).
    • Orchestrating or influencing major boycotts and labor contracts (e.g., table grape boycotts, Delano grape strike, California Agricultural Labor Relations Act of 1975).
    • Advancing women’s participation in politics and leadership within the farm workers movement.
  • While commemorative, such resolutions can help educate the public and inspire future civic engagement, without altering existing laws or budgets.

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