Cortez Masto, Menendez Introduce Resolution Recognizing the Contributions of Latinas

Statement

U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) introduced a resolution to celebrate the contributions of Latinas in the United States during National Women's History Month. The Senators' resolution honors the heritage, culture and contributions of Latinas in a variety of fields while acknowledging the pervasive barriers that prevent their full recognition as equal members of society. Representative Lou Correa (D-Calif.) introduced a companion resolution in the House of Representatives.

"I'm proud to introduce a resolution that honors Latinas in the United States for their contributions to our society and recognizes the indelible mark they've left on our communities," said Senator Cortez Masto. "From engineering, to business, education and public service, Latinas are vital to our success in Nevada and America. As the first Latina to serve in the United States Senate, I'm proud to stand with my colleagues to celebrate the achievements of Latinas, address the unique challenges faced by Latinas and fight for their priorities in Congress."

"For generations, millions of Latinas --just like my mother Evangelina-- have enriched our nation with their love of freedom, thirst for equality and opportunity, and unyielding belief in the American dream," said Senator Menendez. "I'm proud to join Sen. Cortez Masto in recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas which are essential to our economy, our society and our communities. So long as the Trump Administration continues to attack us, I will keep using the strength and wisdom instilled in me by a Latina to raise my voice and stand up for what is right."

"Latinas have been making America better since our nation's inception and have contributed in numerous ways including business, the arts and public service at every level of government," said Representative Correa. "I am proud to reintroduce this resolution not only to honor Latinas but to inspire young Latinas. Because of these trailblazers, they have no limits."

In addition to Senators Cortez Masto and Menendez, Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Tom Udall (D-N.M.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Michael F. Bennet (D-Colo.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Bernard Sanders (I-Vt.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Christopher A. Coons (D-Del.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Cory A. Booker (D-N.J.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.), Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.), Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Richard J. Durbin (D-Ill.), Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Robert P. Casey, Jr. (D-Penn.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) also cosponsored this resolution.

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