IV 
118TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1544 
Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2024, as ‘‘National 
Hispanic Nurses Day’’ and recognizing the National Association of His-
panic Nurses as the leading organization representing and advocating 
for Hispanic nurses. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 15, 2024 
Ms. BARRAGA´N (for herself, Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois, Mr. HORSFORD, Mr. 
CARBAJAL, Mr. CA´RDENAS, Mr. CORREA, Mr. COSTA, Ms. ESCOBAR, Mr. 
GRIJALVA, Mrs. RAMIREZ, Ms. SALINAS, Ms. SA´NCHEZ, Mr. SOTO, Mr. 
TAKANO, Mr. VARGAS, and Ms. VELA´ZQUEZ) submitted the following res-
olution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 
2024, as ‘‘National Hispanic Nurses Day’’ and recog-
nizing the National Association of Hispanic Nurses as 
the leading organization representing and advocating for 
Hispanic nurses. 
Whereas Hispanic nurses play a critical role in the health 
care system and continue to make significant contribu-
tions to the Nation’s health; 
Whereas Hispanic nurses provide culturally and ethnically 
competent care, addressing the unique needs of diverse 
communities and leading efforts in reducing health care 
disparities; 
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Whereas Hispanic nurses are well-positioned to provide lead-
ership in eliminating health care disparities, especially in 
underserved Hispanic communities through their advo-
cacy, education, and clinical expertise; 
Whereas, since 1975, the National Association of Hispanic 
Nurses (NAHN), with chapters throughout 24 States 
and growing, has been the premier organization rep-
resenting Hispanic nurses (RNs/LPNs/APNs) and ad-
vancing the health of Hispanic communities across the 
United States, leading advocacy efforts and promoting 
educational, professional, and leadership opportunities for 
Hispanic nurses; 
Whereas, since September is the month set aside to honor the 
contributions of Hispanics, it is only fitting that Hispanic 
nurses, who have made significant contributions to their 
community and country, be recognized and honored; 
Whereas the designation of National Hispanic Nurses Day 
will raise awareness of the vital role Hispanic nurses play 
in the health care system and help pave the way for the 
continued essential work of NAHN in advancing health 
care for Hispanic communities; 
Whereas, each February, NAHN convenes over 100 nursing 
leaders from academia, research, education, and practice 
in Washington, DC, for a Day on Capitol Hill to promote 
critical legislation that improves the health and well-being 
of Hispanic communities across the United States; 
Whereas Hispanic nurses serve as key allies to Congress, 
working closely with legislators to improve the education, 
retention, recruitment, and practice of all nurses, particu-
larly in advocating for the health and safety of under-
served Hispanic communities; 
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•HRES 1544 IH 
Whereas Hispanic nurses add needed diversity to the nursing 
profession and continue to be pivotal in supporting the 
needs of underserved and underresourced communities, 
particularly those severely impacted by COVID–19 pan-
demic; and 
Whereas NAHN has positioned itself as the primary voice 
and go-to resource for advocating on behalf of Hispanic 
nurses and communities, especially in addressing health 
care challenges in a post-COVID era: Now, therefore, be 
it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the goals and ideals, and the des-
ignation, of National Hispanic Nurses Day, as pro-
posed by the National Association of Hispanic 
Nurses, recognizing the National Association of His-
panic Nurses as the leading organization rep-
resenting Hispanic nurses; 
(2) recognizes the significant contributions of 
Hispanic nurses and the National Association of 
Hispanic Nurses’ leadership in promoting health 
care equity and eliminating health care disparities in 
Hispanic communities across the United States; and 
(3) encourages the people of the United States 
to observe National Hispanic Nurses Day with ap-
propriate recognition ceremonies, activities, and pro-
grams to demonstrate the importance of Hispanic 
nurses and the National Association of Hispanic 
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Nurses’ continued leadership in health care advocacy 
and cultural competence. 
Æ 
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