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Support for National Latino and Latina Physician Day

The House of Representatives expresses support for designating October 1 as “National Latino and Latina Physician Day”. This aims to raise awareness of the importance of these physicians for public health and promote diversity in medicine, potentially improving healthcare access for the Latino community.
Key points
Designating October 1 as “National Latino and Latina Physician Day” aims to highlight their contributions to the healthcare system.
The initiative supports increasing the number of Latino and Latina physicians, which can lead to better tailored medical care for the growing Latino population in the U.S.
Promoting diversity in medicine is intended to improve patient health outcomes, especially in communities currently facing barriers to care.
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Print number: 119_HRES_745
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]
Process start date: 2025-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of October 1 as "National Latino and Latina Physician Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_745.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designating October 1 as “National Latino and Latina Physician Day” aims to highlight their contributions to the healthcare system.
  • The initiative supports increasing the number of Latino and Latina physicians, which can lead to better tailored medical care for the growing Latino population in the U.S.
  • Promoting diversity in medicine is intended to improve patient health outcomes, especially in communities currently facing barriers to care.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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