H.Res. 1269

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

Sponsor: Juan Vargas

10 cosponsors
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Official summary

Written by the Congressional Research Service.

This resolution recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom, which Cinco de Mayo commemorates, and encourages the people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo.

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That the House of Representatives—

(1) recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom, which Cinco de Mayo commemorates; and

(2) encourages the people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo with appropriate ceremonies and activities.