Members of the House have approved legislation to establish a National Museum of the American Latino in Washington, DC, as part of the Smithsonian Institution
The bill advanced by voice vote, a process used for speedy passage of uncontroversial measures. The legislation led by Democratic Rep. José Serrano of New York was supported by House members on both sides of the aisle and had 295 cosponsors."Today, we reached an important milestone for the Hispanic community with passage of this legislation.
"The time has come to commemorate those contributions in a national museum that will illuminate the American story for the benefit of everyone and serve to inspire future generations."Sens. Bob Menendez of New Jersey and John Cornyn of Texas introduced a companion bill in the Senate in May, but the chamber has not voted on the matter yet."To fully understand American history, we need a museum for the American Latino and Latina," Texas Republican Rep.
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