The National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) is the non-partisan, 501(C)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1989 by then Colorado State Senator, Larry Trujillo. NHCSL represents over 450 elected Hispanic State legislators throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Since its founding, the NHCSL's primary mission has been development of policies and procedures that enhance quality of life for Hispanic Communities across the country.