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SF4878 • 2026

Designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a state observance repeal

Designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a state observance repeal

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Holmstrom, Lieske, Wesenberg, Lucero
Last action
2026-03-26
Official status
Introduction and first reading
Effective date
Not listed

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Designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a state observance repeal

Designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a state observance repeal

What This Bill Does

  • Designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a state observance repeal

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Bill History

  1. 2026-03-26 House

    Introduction and first reading

Official Summary Text

Designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a state observance repeal

Current Bill Text

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relating to state government; repealing the designation of Cesar Chavez Day as a

state observance; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 10.555.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

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REPEALER.
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Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 10.555,

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is repealed.

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APPENDIX

Repealed Minnesota Statutes: 26-08234

10.555 CESAR CHAVEZ DAY.

(a) March 31 shall be known as Cesar Chavez Day to celebrate the growing Latino community in Minnesota. Latinos constitute a major demographic in the state. Dedicating March 31 of each year as Cesar Chavez Day provides the citizens of Minnesota the opportunity to learn about and appreciate the Latino community and their contributions to our state.

(b) As a community organizer, Chavez improved the lives and working conditions of millions of Latinos nationwide. He dedicated his life to advocating for labor rights, political representation for ethnic minorities, environmental justice, registering voters, and improving literacy for farm workers.