[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 4] [House] [Page 4638] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]HONORING CESAR CHAVEZ'S BIRTHDAY The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Sires) for 2 minutes. Mr. SIRES. Mr. Speaker, today I join my colleagues in celebrating the life of Cesar Chavez. Eighty-one years ago, Cesar Chavez began his life on March 31 and he continues to serve as an inspiration to thousands. Cesar Chavez was a pioneer for civil rights and labor rights. He was a man that understood that in order to achieve change, sacrifices are necessary. Due to his hard work and dedication to his community, he successfully founded the United Farm Workers Union, the largest union protecting the rights of our country's many farm laborers. Currently, 10 States officially honor the memory of Cesar Chavez by celebrating a holiday in his name. My colleague, Congressman Baca, has introduced legislation, H. Res. 76, to establish a national Cesar Chavez Day to honor this important man through volunteer projects, educational activities, and cultural celebrations, among other events. I thank Congressman Baca for introducing this legislation and for helping to bring Cesar's life and legacy to the Members of Congress and to our constituents throughout the country. He truly is a national hero. ____________________