Raul Ruiz (D-CA)
Expressing support for the designation of October as "National Promotoras Month".
A Democratic resolution with 6 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating October as "National Promotoras Month". It recognizes the hard work and essential contributions of promotoras, also known as community health workers, in helping people navigate the health care system. The text highlights how these workers bridge gaps for marginalized, rural, and underserved populations by providing culturally appropriate health education and support. It commits the House of Representatives to supporting policies that strengthen this workforce through sustainable funding and fair pay. The resolution also encourages teamwork between federal, state, tribal, and community organizations to invest in these programs. Finally, it directs the Clerk of the House to share copies of the resolution with relevant public health and community organizations.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +4
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes promotoras, a workforce with deep roots in Hispanic and immigrant communities, helping improve their health access.
- Scored +4
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution supports community health workers who bridge gaps to care for marginalized and rural populations.
- Scored +3
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The resolution supports health outreach programs that benefit underserved and low-income communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Workers: Section (1) recognizes the essential contributions of promotoras and community health workers to the health, resilience, and equity of communities across the United States, which gives much-deserved acknowledgement to a largely unrecognized workforce.
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Commitment to Better Support: Section (2) commits to supporting policies that strengthen the promotora workforce, including sustainable funding, workforce development, and equitable compensation, which could directly improve the working conditions and pay for these individuals.
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Expanded Health Investments: Section (3) encourages collaboration between Federal agencies, States, territories, Tribal Governments, and community-based organizations to invest in and expand promotora-led programs, especially in rural and frontier areas, helping bring better health access to areas that currently lack it.
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Raising Awareness: Section (4) expresses support for the designation of "National Promotoras Month" to raise awareness of the invaluable role these workers play in improving community health across the Nation, educating the public on their importance.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Found: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections, provisions, negative consequences, or burdens identified for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes promotoras, a workforce with deep roots in Hispanic and immigrant communities, helping improve their health access. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges the vital support promotoras provide to immigrant and refugee populations. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution supports health outreach programs that benefit underserved and low-income communities. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes expanding promotora-led programs to address health inequities and infrastructure barriers in rural areas. Would women be better off under this? — The text highlights that promotoras are a predominantly women-led workforce, bringing recognition and a commitment to better compensation.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution supports community health workers who bridge gaps to care for marginalized and rural populations. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The resolution encourages investment in community health worker programs that often interface with public health funding.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution highlights the role of promotoras in addressing health disparities in historically marginalized populations. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The text acknowledges that promotoras are a predominantly women-led workforce, bringing visibility to their contributions.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The resolution encourages investment in promotora-led programs specifically in rural and frontier areas to address health inequities.
- 11/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/5/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/24/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
J. CorreaDemocrat · California
Salud CarbajalDemocrat · California
Gilbert CisnerosDemocrat · California
Zoe LofgrenDemocrat · California
Alexandria Ocasio-CortezDemocrat · New York
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico