Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Rita Moreno.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeMr. Hernández (for himself, Mr. Torres of New York, Ms. …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Rita Moreno, the legendary Puerto Rican actress and performer. The resolution recognizes her groundbreaking career in film, television, and stage, and celebrates her role as a pioneer for Latino representation in American entertainment.
Who Benefits and How
Rita Moreno receives formal congressional recognition of her lifetime achievements. The broader Latino and Puerto Rican communities benefit symbolically through the celebration of one of their most prominent cultural icons. There are no material economic benefits - this is purely an honorary acknowledgment.
Who Bears the Burden and How
No one bears any burden from this resolution. It is entirely symbolic and creates no legal obligations, costs, or requirements for any individual, organization, or government agency.
Key Provisions
- Recognizes the accomplishments and enduring legacy of Rita Moreno as a pioneering Latina artist
- Commends her lifelong contributions to arts, civil rights, and Latino representation in American media
- Calls upon the American people to celebrate and honor her life and work
- Acknowledges her as a proud Puerto Rican and cultural icon of the United States
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
This is a ceremonial House resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Rita Moreno, a pioneering Latina actress and cultural icon.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Symbolic recognition and celebration of a cultural icon's contributions to American arts and Latino representation"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Rita Moreno (reputational honor)
- Latino community (symbolic recognition)
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "house_of_representatives"
- → U.S. House of Representatives
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