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Juan Vargas (D-CA)

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday.

H.Res. 1269 · House resolution International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 10 Democratic cosponsors · See all 10 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

In committee

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Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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What this bill would do

This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical importance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday. It highlights the May 5, 1862, victory of the Mexican army over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. The text notes how this victory bolstered the Mexican resistance movement during the Franco-Mexican war. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the courageous spirit shown by Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza. It serves to remind the United States of its diverse cultural foundations and the close ties between the people of Mexico and the United States. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to recognize this historic struggle and encourages the observance of the holiday through ceremonies and activities.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +5

    Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution explicitly recognizes the importance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday to Mexican and Mexican-American communities.

  • Scored +3

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution recognizes the historical struggle and cultural contributions of the Mexican people.

  • Scored +2

    Would immigrants be better off under this?

    The resolution honors the cultural history and fighting for freedom central to the Mexican experience.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.