Recognizing the contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for African-American students and supporting the designation of June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1215

Bill 117 H.Res. 1215, also known as the African-American Music Appreciation Month resolution, aims to recognize the significant contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States. The bill highlights the need for greater access to music education for African-American students, emphasizing the importance of ensuring that all students have the opportunity to explore and appreciate music.

The resolution supports the designation of June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate and honor the rich history and cultural impact of African-American music. This month serves as a reminder of the diverse and influential genres of music that have been created and shaped by African-American artists throughout history.

By recognizing the contributions of African Americans to the musical landscape of the United States and advocating for increased access to music education for African-American students, Bill 117 H.Res. 1215 seeks to promote diversity, inclusion, and cultural understanding through the celebration of African-American music.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1215

This resolution recognizes

the contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States;
the wide array of talented and popular African-American musical artists, composers, songwriters, and musicians who are underrecognized for contributions to music;
the achievements, talent, and hard work of African-American pioneer artists and the obstacles that those artists overcame to gain recognition; and
the need for African-American students to have greater access to, and participation in, music education in schools across the United States.

The resolution also supports the designation of an African-American Music Appreciation Month.

Finally, the resolution recognizes Black History Month and an African-American Music Appreciation Month as an important time to celebrate the impact of the African-American musical heritage on the musical heritage of the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1215

Bill HRES 1215 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 1, 2022. Bill HRES 1215 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 1, 2022. Bill HRES 1215's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of July 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1215

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1215

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Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1215

Recognizing the contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for African-American students and supporting the designation of June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.