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.
H. Res. 326 is a House resolution that would designate April 10 as “Dolores Huerta Day” to honor the life and work of Dolores Huerta, a renowned labor and civil rights leader. The resolution compiles a long list of Huerta’s achievements—such as founding and leading farm workers’ organizing efforts, helping secure key labor protections, advancing women’s rights, popularizing the slogan “Si Se Puede,” and receiving major national honors—into a justification for the commemorative designation. It is a non-binding, symbolic measure that expresses Congressional support and appreciation for Huerta’s legacy; it does not create new federal programs or authorize spending. If enacted by both chambers and signed by the President, it would formally recognize April 10 as Dolores Huerta Day.
Key Points
- 1Designates April 10 as “Dolores Huerta Day” in honor of her contributions to labor and civil rights.
- 2The resolution is a commemorative, non-binding measure expressing the House’s support and admiration for Huerta’s legacy.
- 3It presents a detailed summary of Huerta’s life and major achievements (e.g., organizing farm workers, leading boycotts and strikes, helping pass California’s farm labor laws, advancing women’s rights, and receiving national honors).
- 4It references her role in founding the National Farm Workers Association (predecessor to the United Farm Workers), the Delano grape strike, and the phrase “Si Se Puede.”
- 5It has been introduced in the 119th Congress and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform; it lists multiple cosponsors in the House.