HR 1537 Summary

• Indiana House of Representatives recognizes the efforts of Indiana's farmworkers and their contributions to the state's agricultural industry, which employs over 30,000 year-round, seasonal, and migrant workers contributing billions of dollars annually to the state economy

• Acknowledges March 31 as the birthday of Cesar Chavez and recognizes his dedication to nonviolent organizing for just wages, safe labor conditions, and dignity for farmworkers

• Recognizes Proteus, Inc., an Iowa-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving migrant and seasonal farmworkers, immigrants, and others since 1979 with offices in Iowa, Indiana, and Nebraska

• Commends Proteus, Inc. for providing health, educational, and economic opportunities while embracing diversity, respect, and accessible programs to serve farmworker communities

• Directs the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Kokomo chapter of Proteus, Inc.