“On behalf of the United Farm Workers of America, I want to thank the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee for clearing the way for Rep. Hilda Solis as President Barack Obama’s nominee for Secretary of Labor. The senate panel’s approval brings us a step closer to protecting the working men and women who toil in the fields.  As a legislator and congresswoman, Solis has tireless advocated for AgJOBS, the Employee Free Choice Act and has a record of improving working conditions in the workplace.

“Congresswoman Solis has worked in collaboration with the United Farm Workers for years to bring basic protections and dignity to one of the most vulnerable segments of our society. As a life-long supporter of union representation and as an advocate of worker’s rights, we are confident Ms. Solis will help restore what was the initial mission of the Labor Department. We know we can trust her to protect and defend the well-being of America’s workers and strengthen our communities. We now urge the full Senate to confirm her without further delay, so she can start working with President Obama on rebuilding this great nation. ”

"Now more than ever, I urge our friends to contact their Senators asking them to do all they can to expedite the confirmation process. Si Se Puede!