Recognizing the significance of "Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month" in August as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Mexican Americans to the history of the United States.

This measure recognizes August as “Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month” and highlights the many contributions Mexican Americans have made to the history of the United States. It sets August as a time to celebrate and honor this heritage and culture .

• Name of observance: Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month
• Purpose: Celebrate and recognize the contributions of Mexican Americans to U.S. history
• When: August each year