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Arizona Lawmakers Want to Repeal Cesar Chavez Day Law
Arizona Republicans seek to repeal Cesar Chavez Day following abuse allegations, aiming for action before March 31, with bipartisan support and Gov. Katie Hobbs expected to sign.
- The Republican majority in the Arizona Legislature introduced a strike-everything amendment to HB 2072 to repeal Chavez recognition, sponsored by Sen. Shawnna Bolick with support from Rep. Lisa Fink.
- A New York Times investigation alleging sexual abuse and rape involving Cesar Chavez prompted the United Farm Workers to cancel Cesar Chavez Day celebrations and spurred local actions.
- The Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency Committee will discuss the repeal amendment at 9 a.m. Wednesday, fast-tracking it to act before March 31 instead of the usual 17 days.
- The Phoenix City Council will decide soon whether to remove Chavez's name from city facilities, while statues have been covered or removed and Gov. Katie Hobbs canceled plans to honor Chavez.
- Amid varied local responses, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced plans to rename Chavez Day as Farm Workers Day, while supporters framed repeal as standing with alleged victims, with Senate President Warren Petersen and House Speaker Steve Montenegro urging bipartisan action.
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Arizona Republicans Move to Repeal Cesar Chavez Day Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations
Arizona House and Senate Republicans want to repeal a state law that recognizes Cesar Chavez Day, following reports of sexual abuse involving the late labor leader and farm workers’ rights advocate. “We are not going to keep honoring a man who committed sexual abuse against children and assaulted women. That should not be controversial,” said House Speaker Steve Montenegro in a statement. “If even the governor is stepping back from recognizing C…
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Arizona Republican lawmakers plan to end Cesar Chavez Day
(The Center Square) — The Republican majority in the Arizona Legislature is working on a bill to end Cesar Chavez Day following allegations of sexual abuse and rape by the late United Farm Workers cofounder.
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