The resolution honors the life and achievements of Cesar Chavez, the founder and leader of the United Farm Workers of America, on the occasion of his 98th birthday, March 31, 2025. Born in 1927, Chavez experienced the hardships of migrant labor and became a prominent civil rights activist after serving in the U.S. Navy. He co-founded the National Farm Workers Association in 1962, which later became the UFW, and led significant labor movements, including a successful nationwide boycott of nonunion grapes. His efforts culminated in the passage of California's Agricultural Labor Relations Act in 1975, granting farmworkers the right to unionize.

Chavez's legacy includes numerous social and economic advancements for farmworkers, such as medical and pension plans, and the establishment of community resources like health clinics and affordable housing. He advocated for justice through nonviolent means, including strikes and fasts, until his death in 1993, which was marked by a large funeral attended by thousands. The resolution acknowledges the ongoing recognition of Chavez's contributions, including the naming of schools and parks in his honor, and celebrates his enduring impact on American society and the fight for workers' rights.