Recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week and the contributions of Hispanic restaurant owners and employees to the restaurant industry.

HRES 1480 is a symbolic resolution recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week (September 22-October 3, 2024) and honoring Hispanic restaurant owners and employees. It acknowledges their economic contributions to the U.S. restaurant industry, citing data that 25.9% of restaurant workers are Hispanic and Hispanic-owned restaurants represent the second-highest number of Hispanic-owned businesses. The resolution does not create new policies or funding but formally celebrates their role during Hispanic Heritage Month. It was introduced by 14 House members and referred to the Energy and Commerce Committee.