CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

J. Correa (D-CA)

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.

H.Res. 1488 · House resolution Arts, Culture, Religion

A Democratic resolution with 16 Democratic cosponsors · See all 16 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

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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 August as "Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month." It aims to celebrate the significant contributions of Mexican Americans to United States history. The text highlights various historical achievements in science, space exploration, 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

  • Scored +7

    Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution explicitly celebrates the contributions and heritage of Mexican Americans.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution promotes racial equity by recognizing the cultural contributions and history of Mexican Americans.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.