Bill Summary
This legislation is a resolution that acknowledges and commemorates the contributions of contemporary Latinas in the State of Illinois. It recognizes the important role that Latinas play in the cultural, economic, and political power of the United States. The resolution also highlights the underrepresentation of Latinas in elected office and celebrates the progress that has been made in increasing their representation at all levels of government in Illinois. The resolution also emphasizes the continued need for accurate data on Latinas in the United States, as well as the importance of their representation in all sectors, industries, and leadership roles. Overall, the resolution seeks to honor and recognize the contributions and impact of Latinas in the state of Illinois.
Possible Impacts
1. The resolution could inspire and empower Latinas in Illinois by recognizing their contributions and celebrating their impact on their communities.
2. The resolution could bring attention to the need for more representation of Latinas in elected office, potentially leading to more diverse and inclusive political leadership in the state.
3. The resolution could bring awareness to the importance of accurate and timely data on Latinas, highlighting the role of the United States Census Bureau in delivering such data and ensuring the political and economic power and influence of Latinas.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 207 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 207
Recognizing and commemorating the contributions of contemporary Latinas
in the State of Illinois.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
March 10, 2025
Mrs. Ramirez submitted the following resolution; which was referred to
the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
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RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commemorating the contributions of contemporary Latinas
in the State of Illinois.
Whereas the United States commemorates National Women's History Month every
March to recognize and honor the contributions of women throughout the
history of the United States and the women making history now;
Whereas Latinas contribute to the cultural, economic, and political power of the
United States;
Whereas there are approximately 32,244,214 Latinas living in the United States,
and 1,165,312 Latinas live in the State of Illinois;
Whereas Latinas continue to be greatly underrepresented in elected office;
Whereas Latinas represent 9.6 percent of the United States population but only
2.6 percent of elected officeholders in State and 3.6 percent in Federal
offices across the country;
Whereas the State of Illinois is a model for supporting and electing Latinas;
Whereas the State of Illinois has significantly increased the representation of
Latinas at all levels of government, including electing the diverse and
powerful Latinas of Illinois' Third Congressional District, such as--
(1) Village of Franklin Park Clerk, April Arellano;
(2) Village of Addison Trustee, Maria Reyes;
(3) Bensenville Village Trustee, Rosa Carmona;
(4) Hanover Township Trustee, Denise Noyola;
(5) Council Member for the City of Elgin, Rosamaria Martinez;
(6) Alderperson Ruth Cruz;
(7) Alderperson Jessie Fuentes;
(8) Alderperson Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez;
(9) Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Board
Commissioner Eira L. Corral Sepulveda;
(10) State Representative Eva Dina Delgado;
(11) State Representative Lilian Jimenez;
(12) State Representative Norma Hernandez;
(13) State Senator Karina Villa;
(14) State Senator Graciela Guzman; and
(15) State Senator Cristina Castro;
Whereas many of the Latinas elected to their positions are the first Latinas in
their roles or the first Latinas to serve in their communities;
Whereas the work of Latinas at all levels of government in the State of Illinois
has resulted in the codification of women's rights and the expansion of
health care for undocumented people;
Whereas the grassroots, organizing, and political participation of Latinas
resulted in the election of the first Latina from the Midwest to
Congress;
Whereas the voices, lived experiences, and contributions of Latinas in the State
of Illinois continue to have long-lasting, positive impacts for the
communities that they serve;
Whereas Latinas representing Latinas is necessary to build a multicultural,
multigenerational movement that acknowledges the shared humanity of
others;
Whereas significant progress has been made to increase the representation of
Latinas in all decision-making spaces; and
Whereas there is still work that needs to be done until Latinas achieve
equitable representation in all sectors, industries, and leadership
roles: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) celebrates the impact and contributions of contemporary
Latinas in the State of Illinois;
(2) acknowledges the value of Latinas and the essential
role they play in this Nation's multicultural,
multigenerational democracy; and
(3) recognizes the importance of accurate and timely data
on Latinas living in the United States and the role that the
United States Census Bureau plays in delivering data that
impacts the political and economic power and influence of
Latinas.
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