Linda Sánchez Calls for Immigrant Heritage Month

Statement

Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (D-CA), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, introduced legislation to recognize June as Immigrant Heritage Month along with 59 original cosponsors. The resolution acknowledges the United States' rich migrant history and the impact immigrants have had in making the United States a stronger, more resilient country.

"For more than 200 years, our rich diversity has been a tremendous advantage for our country," said Rep. Linda Sánchez. "Immigrants helped establish this great nation and they continue to help it grow and prosper. Recognizing June as Immigrant Heritage Month honors their influence and the role they continue to play in shaping our history and culture."

"I thank all my colleagues for joining me to introduce this resolution which celebrates the contributions of past, present and future immigrants," continued Rep. Linda Sánchez. "This year in particular we've seen rhetoric which disparages our country's immigrants. As we recognize our immigrant heritage, we must rededicate ourselves to fixing our broken immigration system to ensure we keep the promise of America as the land of opportunity for all."

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