Introduced
September 24, 2026
Mr. Castro of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce
RESOLUTION
Recognizing the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the musical heritage of the United States and designating September 2026 as “Latin Music Appreciation Month”.
- (1) supports the designation of “Latin Music Appreciation Month”; and
- (2) recognizes—
- (A) the importance of music produced, written, and performed by Hispanic and Latino Americans to the musical heritage of the United States;
- (B) the Hispanic and Latino musical artists, composers, songwriters, and musicians whose contributions to music have for too long been underrecognized;
- (C) the achievements, talent, and hard work of Hispanic and Latino pioneer artists, and the obstacles that those artists overcame to gain recognition;
- (D) the importance of celebrating and uplifting music made by Hispanic and Latino artists to understand the contributions that Hispanic and Latino artists have made to the fabric of the history and art of the United States; and