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Senate defeats measure to recognize Cesar Chavez as state/school holiday
Summary
Senate Bill 39, proposed by Senator James Evans to create state and school recognition of Cesar Chavez, failed on a 12–16 roll call after debate over whether the measure would mandate school closures and concerns about adding more listed holidays to local school calendars.
Senator James Evans introduced Senate Bill 39 on the Senate floor to provide state and school recognition of labor leader Cesar Chavez, describing the measure as a reaffirmation of the nation’s commitment to equality and dignity for workers. "I am proud to sponsor Senate Bill 39, which is the state and school recognition of Cesar Chavez," Evans said as he framed the bill as part of a broader effort to honor…
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