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HRES715119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 15, 2025, as "National Latino Gastronomic Cuisine Week", and celebrating the vibrant and diverse culinary traditions of Latino gastronomy.

Sponsored By: Representative Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8]

Introduced

Summary

Recognizing and celebrating Latino culinary traditions is the core goal of this resolution. It would designate the week of September 15, 2025 as National Latino Gastronomic Cuisine Week and urge public support for Latino gastronomy.

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  • Families and communities: Encourages events and cultural exchange that promote understanding and appreciation of Latino food.
  • Latino chefs, home cooks, and entrepreneurs: Raises visibility for chefs and Latino-owned food businesses and could help attract funding for culinary education and community projects.
  • Students and colleges: Supports campus programs and educational initiatives that teach and celebrate Latino culinary traditions.
  • Local economies and workers: Highlights the economic role of Latino gastronomy and encourages initiatives that could support restaurants, markets, agricultural producers, and employment for millions of Americans.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8]

NJ • D

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

    CA • D

    Sponsored 9/15/2025

  • Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]

    NY • D

    Sponsored 9/15/2025

  • Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]

    CA • D

    Sponsored 9/15/2025

  • Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]

    FL • D

    Sponsored 9/15/2025

  • Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]

    CA • D

    Sponsored 9/15/2025

  • Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

    NY • D

    Sponsored 9/17/2025

  • Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]

    NJ • D

    Sponsored 10/3/2025

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