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César E. Chávez and the Farmworker Movement National Historical Park Act
4/23/2025, 11:41 AM
Summary of Bill S 1215
Bill 119 s 1215, also known as the Cesar E. Chavez and the Farmworker Movement National Historical Park Act, aims to establish a national historical park in honor of Cesar E. Chavez and the farmworker movement in California and Arizona. The bill seeks to preserve and commemorate the legacy of Chavez, a prominent labor leader and civil rights activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers union.
The proposed national historical park would include sites significant to Chavez's life and work, such as his former residence, office, and the headquarters of the United Farm Workers union. The park would also highlight the contributions of farmworkers and their struggle for fair wages, working conditions, and civil rights.
In addition to establishing the national historical park, the bill includes provisions for the management and preservation of the park, as well as funding for its operation and maintenance. The bill also authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to enter into agreements with state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other entities to assist in the management of the park. Overall, Bill 119 s 1215 seeks to honor the legacy of Cesar E. Chavez and the farmworker movement by creating a national historical park that will educate and inspire future generations about their important contributions to American history.
The proposed national historical park would include sites significant to Chavez's life and work, such as his former residence, office, and the headquarters of the United Farm Workers union. The park would also highlight the contributions of farmworkers and their struggle for fair wages, working conditions, and civil rights.
In addition to establishing the national historical park, the bill includes provisions for the management and preservation of the park, as well as funding for its operation and maintenance. The bill also authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to enter into agreements with state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other entities to assist in the management of the park. Overall, Bill 119 s 1215 seeks to honor the legacy of Cesar E. Chavez and the farmworker movement by creating a national historical park that will educate and inspire future generations about their important contributions to American history.
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Current Status of Bill S 1215
Bill S 1215 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 31, 2025. Bill S 1215 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 31, 2025. Bill S 1215's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1930-1931: 1) as of March 31, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1215
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1215
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1215
A bill to establish the Cesar E. Chavez and the Farmworker Movement National Historical Park in the States of California and Arizona, and for other purposes.
A bill to establish the Cesar E. Chavez and the Farmworker Movement National Historical Park in the States of California and Arizona, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1215
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