WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Mark Kelly issued the following press release:

U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Senate colleagues passed a resolution recognizing and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place every year from September 15th to October 15th. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the contributions that the Hispanic and Latino communities have made to American achievements, culture, and history.

"Arizona's Hispanic community has shaped our state and made it stronger. They're small business owners, teachers, servicemembers, community leaders, and hardworking families who contribute to Arizona every day," said Kelly. "Hispanic Heritage Month is a chance to celebrate those ...