A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 428

119th Congress

A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Sep 30, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Catherine Cortez Masto

D - NV

Cosponsors

37

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Summary

This resolution recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15, 2025) and celebrates the contributions of more than 68 million Latino Americans who comprise approximately 20% of the U.S. population. It highlights Latinos' economic impact of $4.1 trillion in GDP contributions, their military service with over 257,000 active duty members, and representation in government including 6 Senators and 50 House members.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15, 2025) and celebrates the contributions of more than 68 million Latino Americans who comprise approximately 20% of the U.S. population. It highlights Latinos' economic impact of $4.1 trillion in GDP contributions, their military service with over 257,000 active duty members, and representation in government including 6 Senators and 50 House members.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Hispanic Americans number over 68 million, approximately 20% of U.S. population and the largest minority group
Latino purchasing power reached $3.4 trillion in 2023 and their GDP contribution was $4.1 trillion
Latino-owned businesses created nearly two-thirds of all new jobs in the U.S. and contributed over $100 billion in annual payroll
Over 257,842 Hispanic members serve on active duty in the Armed Forces with approximately 1.3 million Hispanic veterans
60 Hispanic Americans have received the Congressional Medal of Honor; the Borinqueneers earned a Congressional Gold Medal

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution affects the 68 million Hispanic Americans across the country, recognizing their cultural, economic, and military contributions. It highlights Latino representation in government (1 Supreme Court Justice, 6 Senators, 50 Representatives) and supports the development of the National Museum of the American Latino. The resolution encourages all Americans to observe Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Congressional tributes

Historical and cultural resources

Latin America

Racial and ethnic relations

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

428, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-428