SRES 144119th CongressIn Committee

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

Introduced: Mar 27, 2025

Standard Summary

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S. Res. 144 is a non-binding Senate resolution introduced in the 119th Congress recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States. It emphasizes National Women’s History Month, highlights the demographic presence and various achievements of Latinas across sectors, and calls for continued investment and action to address barriers to full equality. The resolution is symbolic in nature (a statement of appreciation and intent) and does not create new laws or funding obligations. It was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Key Points

1Recognizes National Women’s History Month and honors the contributions of Latinas across multiple fields, including business, education, science and technology, medicine, engineering, mathematics, arts, public service, and more.
2Notes demographic and leadership presence: about 31 million Latinas in the U.S. and Latinas at high levels of public service; claims Latinas have held top roles in federal government, including the Supreme Court, cabinets, the Senate, and the House.
3Highlights Latinas’ milestones in science, space, medicine, journalism, and the arts, including award-winning work and representation in sports and the military.
4Addresses pay and equality gaps: cites data that Latinas are paid 58 cents for every dollar earned by White, non-Hispanic men, and indicates long-term earnings losses over a 40-year career, framing pay equity as a continuing issue.
5Calls for ongoing investment to address barriers facing Latinas and notes demographic projections (Latinas’ population in the U.S. is expected to grow, with a projection around 48.8 million by 2060) as a rationale for policy attention and action.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Latinas and the broader Latino/Hispanic community in the United States, including women’s and civil rights interests.Secondary group/area affected: United States government institutions and policymakers, education and workforce sectors, science and technology fields, healthcare, media and the arts, and the military.Additional impacts: Increases in public awareness and cultural recognition of Latinas; potential shaping of future policy discussions on pay equity, education access, and civil rights; a symbolic basis for supporting programs or legislation aimed at reducing disparities and expanding opportunities for Latinas.

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