Cortez Masto and Scott’s Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month Passes Senate

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) successfully passed their bipartisan resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage month through the Senate. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15^th through October 15^th every year and honors the contributions that the Hispanic community has made to American achievements, culture, and history.

"I am so proud of all that my community has accomplished, and I know that our heritage is something to be proud of," said Senator Cortez Masto. "Latinos have shaped the American story since its inception. I will always honor the stories of those who came before me and stand up for the future generations of groundbreaking Latinos."

"Florida's Hispanic community plays an incredible role in making the Sunshine State the best place in the country to live, work, and raise a family," said Senator Rick Scott. "This Hispanic Heritage Month, I am honored to celebrate the contributions of our Hispanic communities, as we honor their history, heritage, and continued success in our nation. ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana!"

You can read the full text of the resolution here.

Senator Cortez Masto is the highest-ranking Hispanic Democrat in the Senate, and she is the first and only Latina senator. She has fought to establish a Smithsonian museum to recognize the accomplishments of Latinos. She has introduced resolutions to recognize Latina Equal Pay Day and to celebrate the contributions of Latinas during Women's History Month. She condemned the Trump Education Department's cruel decision to defund the Hispanic Serving Institution grants, which give young Latinos in Nevada more opportunities to succeed. Cortez Masto has consistently fought for greater protections for TPS and DACA recipients.

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