Bill > SJR84

This resolution honors Wisconsin's Hispanic veterans by recognizing their significant and often-overlooked contributions to military service throughout U.S. history. The resolution highlights that thousands of Hispanic Americans have served in numerous conflicts, including the Civil War, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, with approximately 500,000 Hispanic service members fighting in World War II alone. It notes that 61 Hispanic service members have received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for valor, and that Hispanic Americans currently represent 18.4 percent of the armed forces. The resolution specifically acknowledges that approximately 8,500 Hispanic veterans live in Wisconsin and recognizes organizations like American GI Forum Wisconsin and the Latino Veterans' Legacy of Valor Foundation that support and honor these veterans. Additionally, the resolution connects these recognitions to Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15), a time dedicated to celebrating the contributions of Hispanic Americans, and expresses the state's intent to reflect upon and honor the sacrifices of Wisconsin's Hispanic and Latino veterans.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr84