Bill · H.Res. 734· House(119-HRES-734)

Recognizing the importance of engagement with the Latino community to get into outdoor recreation and participate in activities to protect United States natural resources, and expressing support for the designation of the third week of September as "Latino Conservation Week".

Age: 50 years

California

Introduced: 9/18/2025
Last activity: 9/18/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by: Nanette Barragán
Cosponsors: - 17 - 0

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

H. Res. 734 recognizes the importance of the Latino community engaging in outdoor recreation and protecting United States natural resources. The resolution expresses support for designating the third week of September as "Latino Conservation Week." It highlights the role of Latino communities in leadership activities like stewardship events and environmental justice. The bill also acknowledges the physical and mental health benefits of accessing nature. Finally, it affirms that including Latino youth, families, and leaders strengthens climate resilience and environmental health.

Yes· 3 of 29

Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+10
The bill specifically recognizes and supports the Latino community's role in conservation and designates Latino Conservation Week.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+6
Specifically calls for equitable urban planning and restoration of urban heat islands.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+6
The resolution promotes the protection of US natural resources and environmental stewardship.