More than 700 Farm Workers will Lobby State Legislators
SACRAMENTO–On Monday, Aug. 18 more than 700 farm workers from throughout the state will descend on the state Capitol to not only voice their support but to also encourage state legislators to support the passage of AB 2386 by Speaker Emeritus Fabian Nunez.
“These workers have made a tremendous sacrifice by giving up a day of work to be in Sacramento. But they realize that raising their voices to stop further heat-related deaths and illnesses is of utmost importance. We want to show the legislators that we are committed to do everything to put an end to this black summer and we humbly ask for them to join us,” said Arturo S. Rodriguez, UFW President.
Schedule as follows:
10 a.m.: farm workers from throughout California arrive at Capitol. Blessing by Bishop
10:30 a.m.: Remarks and welcome by UFW President Arturo S. Rodriguez and Speaker Emeritus Fabian Nunez.
11 a.m.: Workers begin office visits.