A Resolution designating October 1, 2025, as "Pennsylvania Latino and Latina Physician Day" in Pennsylvania.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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- Became Law
Overview
This resolution designates October 1, 2025, as "Pennsylvania Latino and Latina Physician Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes the growing Latino and Latina population in the United States and Pennsylvania, and the underrepresentation of Latino and Latina physicians in the medical field. It aims to raise awareness of the contributions of Latino and Latina physicians and the importance of diversity in healthcare.
Key provisions
- Designates October 1, 2025, as Pennsylvania Latino and Latina Physician Day.
- Acknowledges the growth of the Latino and Latina population in Pennsylvania and the United States.
- Highlights the low percentage of Latino and Latina physicians in Pennsylvania (less than 4%).
- Recognizes barriers Latino and Latina populations face in accessing medical care.
- States that culturally competent care leads to improved health outcomes.
- References the national designation of October 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day.
- Notes federal support for this designation (H. Res. 734).
- Emphasizes the importance of awareness regarding Latino and Latina physicians.
Who is affected
- Latino and Latina physicians
- Latino and Latina patients in Pennsylvania
- The Latino and Latina community in Pennsylvania
- Healthcare providers in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania residents
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Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
Judith Schwank
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