Serrano, Ros-Lehtinen Introduce Bill To Create National Smithsonian American Latino Museum

Washington, DC – U.S. Reps. Jose Serrano (D-NY) and Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL) introduced HR 2911, to establish a National Smithsonian American Latino Museum honoring the contributions of Latinos to our country. Through bipartisan efforts in the House and Senate, this bill aims to initiate the process to identify a location and adequate source of funding to make this museum a reality. The museum will also serve to educate all generation who will see Latinos’ impact on our nation and how they have helped enrich our country.

Statement by Serrano:

“Latinos deserve a place in Washington that honors all their sacrifices and contributions to this nation since its founding. With this legislation we are one step closer to making the American Latino museum a reality by identifying potential sites and an appropriate funding mechanism. I am proud to work with Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen, Senator Menendez, and Senator Cornyn on this bipartisan effort to honor Latinos’ diverse contributions to the American story,” said Congressman Serrano.

Statement by Ros-Lehtinen:

“Latinos have made incredible contributions to our nation in every field and endeavor. I’m joining with my colleagues, Representative Jose Serrano, and Senators Bob Menendez and John Cornyn to help ensure that those contributions are honored and recognized in a National American Latino Museum. This bill is the first step in the right direction to make this museum a reality. Together, in a united  bi-partisan manner we will make this happen. As the first Hispanic woman to serve in the Florida House, Florida Senate, and Congress, I know that while we have made great strides, much more is left to be done and it us up to us to show young Latinos and Latinas that they can achieve great things with hard work and dedication.”

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