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A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

USA119th CongressSRES-144| Senate 
| Updated: 3/27/2025
Catherine Cortez Masto

Catherine Cortez Masto

Democratic Senator

Nevada

Cosponsors (30)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Mazie K. Hirono (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Margaret Wood Hassan (Democratic)Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Edward J. Markey (Democratic)Jack Reed (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Ben Ray Luján (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Patty Murray (Democratic)Bernard Sanders (Independent)Maria Cantwell (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mark Kelly (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This Senate resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the profound heritage, culture, and diverse contributions of Latinas throughout the United States. It highlights their significant presence, comprising approximately one in six women in the nation, and their historical role in shaping American society across numerous industries, including business, education, science, medicine, and public service. The resolution emphasizes their substantial economic impact , contributing over $1.3 trillion to the U.S. gross domestic product in 2021, and their achievements in fields ranging from the military and STEM to literature and the arts. The resolution further acknowledges Latinas as dedicated public servants, activists for civil rights, and world-class athletes and artists, including Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award winners. Despite these extensive contributions, it points out significant societal obstacles such as the persistent wage gap , where Latinas earn only 58 cents for every dollar paid to White, non-Hispanic men, and disparities in education and healthcare. The resolution concludes by celebrating their successes while also recognizing the need for continued investment and changes to ensure Latinas can fully realize their potential as equal members of society.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-111
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-104
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-135
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 115-428
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.
Mar 27, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-261
Submitted in House
Mar 27, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 27, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1912)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-111
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-104
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-135
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 115-428
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • March 27, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-261
    Submitted in House


  • March 27, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 27, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1912)

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-261: Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

USA119th CongressSRES-144| Senate 
| Updated: 3/27/2025
This Senate resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the profound heritage, culture, and diverse contributions of Latinas throughout the United States. It highlights their significant presence, comprising approximately one in six women in the nation, and their historical role in shaping American society across numerous industries, including business, education, science, medicine, and public service. The resolution emphasizes their substantial economic impact , contributing over $1.3 trillion to the U.S. gross domestic product in 2021, and their achievements in fields ranging from the military and STEM to literature and the arts. The resolution further acknowledges Latinas as dedicated public servants, activists for civil rights, and world-class athletes and artists, including Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award winners. Despite these extensive contributions, it points out significant societal obstacles such as the persistent wage gap , where Latinas earn only 58 cents for every dollar paid to White, non-Hispanic men, and disparities in education and healthcare. The resolution concludes by celebrating their successes while also recognizing the need for continued investment and changes to ensure Latinas can fully realize their potential as equal members of society.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-111
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-104
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-135
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 115-428
A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.
Mar 27, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-261
Submitted in House
Mar 27, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 27, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1912)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-111
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-104
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-135
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 115-428
    A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.


  • March 27, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-261
    Submitted in House


  • March 27, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 27, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1912)
Catherine Cortez Masto

Catherine Cortez Masto

Democratic Senator

Nevada

Cosponsors (30)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Mazie K. Hirono (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Margaret Wood Hassan (Democratic)Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Edward J. Markey (Democratic)Jack Reed (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Ben Ray Luján (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Patty Murray (Democratic)Bernard Sanders (Independent)Maria Cantwell (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mark Kelly (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-261: Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted