# 119-hres-1594: Recognizing the outstanding contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in film, television, and streaming and their enduring impact on the United States.

119-hres-1594, Recognizing the outstanding contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in film, television, and streaming and their enduring impact on the United States., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Rep. Cisneros, Gilbert Ray [D-CA-31] (D-CA); status introduced (as of 2026-10-30).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-hres-1594
- Congress: 119
- Title: Recognizing the outstanding contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in film, television, and streaming and their enduring impact on the United States.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2026-10-01
- Sponsor: Rep. Cisneros, Gilbert Ray [D-CA-31] (D-CA)
- Cosponsors: 8
- Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-10-30

## Summary

**Boost Hispanic and Latino representation in film, television, and streaming.** This resolution would recognize the cultural and economic contributions of Hispanic and Latino creators and urge increased on-screen and off-screen representation while highlighting festivals and youth programs that expand opportunities. - Hispanic and Latino families and audiences: Affirms recognition for about 71 million people, roughly 21% of the U.S. population. - Creators and industry workers: Encourages more Hispanic and Latino on-screen roles, currently about 4–7%, and more off-screen roles, about 2–5%. - Economic impact for the industry: Notes Hispanics and Latinos generate about $4.4 trillion in GDP and says improved representation could add up to $18 billion in annual revenue. - Festivals and youth programs: Highlights Latino film festivals and the Youth Cinema Project as clear pathways for talent development and storytelling.

## Cosponsors (8)

- Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20] (D-TX), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13] (D-NY), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29] (D-TX), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24] (D-CA), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rescom. Hernández, Pablo Jose [D-PR-At Large] (D-PR), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44] (D-CA), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42] (D-CA), 2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
- Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8] (D-NJ), 2026-10-26T00:00:00.000Z

## Related bills

- 119-hr-9877: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026
- 119-hr-7973: Momnibus Act
- 119-hr-7853: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026
- 119-hr-51: Washington, D.C. Admission Act
- 119-hr-7977: Energy Bills Relief Act
- 119-hr-5390: FAMILY Act

## Sources
- [119-hres-1594 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/1594)

## Related
- [119-hr-9877: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-9877)
- [119-hr-7973: Momnibus Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-7973)
- [119-hr-7853: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-7853)
- [119-hr-51: Washington, D.C. Admission Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-51)
- [119-hr-7977: Energy Bills Relief Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-7977)
- [119-hr-5390: FAMILY Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hr-5390)
- [All bills in Congress](https://policyrisk.com/legislation)

Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-hres-1594 (as of 2026-10-30).