Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.
This is a non-binding House Resolution (H. Res. 261) recognizing and honoring the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States. It highlights the size and diversity of the Latina population, their roles across many sectors (government, military, science, education, business, arts, healthcare, etc.), and their ongoing advocates for civil rights and equality. The resolution also acknowledges wage gaps and other barriers Latinas face and calls for continued investment to address these disparities. It expresses that the House should celebrate Latinas’ achievements during National Women’s History Month and recognize the need for ongoing changes so Latinas can reach their full potential as equal members of society. As a resolution, it is a symbolic statement of recognition rather than a law that would create or fund new programs.
Key Points
- 1The resolution commends Latinas for their heritage, culture, and contributions, noting their long-standing role in shaping the United States across many fields.
- 2It provides demographic and achievement context, including population figures (about 31 million Latinas), representation in high-level public service, military, and scientific fields, and notable cultural contributions.
- 3It highlights wage disparities, noting that Latinas working full-time are paid less than White, non-Hispanic men, with lifetime earnings losses cited as a concern.
- 4It stresses the need to address barriers such as pay gaps, education, healthcare, and civil rights, and it calls for continued investment to support Latinas’ future.
- 5It references future population projections (Latinas could reach about 48.8 million by 2060) and reaffirms that the House should celebrate Latinas’ successes while recognizing changes needed to achieve full equality.