IV 
119TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 804 
Recognizing the importance of Spanish-language media in the United States. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 14, 2025 
Ms. BARRAGA´N (for herself, Mr. MENENDEZ, Ms. SALAZAR, Ms. ANSARI, Ms. 
KELLY of Illinois, Mr. MULLIN, Ms. NORTON, Ms. KAMLAGER-DOVE, Mr. 
CASTRO of Texas, Ms. OCASIO-CORTEZ, Ms. POU, Ms. CLARKE of New 
York, Mr. VARGAS, Mr. CARTER of Louisiana, Mr. GOLDMAN of New 
York, Ms. GARCIA of Texas, Ms. MATSUI, Ms. STANSBURY, Ms. SALINAS, 
Mr. KENNEDY of New York, Mr. MCGOVERN, and Mrs. TRAHAN) sub-
mitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
Energy and Commerce 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the importance of Spanish-language media in 
the United States. 
Whereas more than 41,000,000 people in the United States 
speak Spanish at home, making it the most widely spo-
ken language in the Nation after English; 
Whereas Spanish-language news outlets provide essential in-
formation on elections, public health, emergency pre-
paredness, and civic participation to communities that 
might otherwise face language barriers; 
Whereas access to trustworthy, culturally relevant news in 
Spanish strengthens American democracy, combats the 
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spread of misinformation, and ensures that all commu-
nities can fully engage in civic life; 
Whereas local Spanish-language news outlets play a crucial 
role in connecting communities, delivering neighborhood- 
level coverage, and fostering civic engagement; 
Whereas Spanish-language entertainment media celebrates 
Latino culture, strengthens community identity, and en-
riches the broader cultural fabric of the United States; 
Whereas Spanish-language media supports education by pro-
viding bilingual content, resources for English learners, 
and coverage of programs that promote literacy and life-
long learning; 
Whereas Spanish-language media highlights Latino contribu-
tions to the arts, culture, and society, showcasing 
achievements in film, music, literature, and other creative 
fields; 
Whereas Spanish-language media fosters cross-cultural un-
derstanding, dialogue, and appreciation of Latino culture 
throughout the United States; 
Whereas Spanish-language media outlets create jobs and sup-
port economic activity in the news and entertainment 
media sectors; 
Whereas Spanish-language media now serves tens of millions 
of viewers, listeners, and readers across the United 
States, reflecting the diversity and growth of Latino com-
munities in both urban and rural areas; and 
Whereas the continued vitality of Spanish-language media is 
essential to ensuring that the Nation’s bilingual and 
Latino American communities remain informed, con-
nected, and represented: Now, therefore, be it 
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Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the indispensable role of Span-
ish-language news and entertainment media in in-
forming, educating, and culturally enriching commu-
nities across the United States; 
(2) affirms that access to news and cultural 
content in Spanish is a matter of opportunity, inclu-
sion, and democratic participation; 
(3) commends Spanish-language journalists, 
broadcasters, and entertainers for their contribu-
tions to American democracy, culture, and society; 
and 
(4) encourages continued support for policies 
and initiatives that promote language access and en-
sure the sustainability and growth of Spanish-lan-
guage media outlets nationwide. 
Æ 
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