A resolution designating the last weekend of June 2022 to commemorate the first weekend of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival and the first full weekend of May to commemorate the final weekend of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival of 1970.

Bill 117 S.Res. 647 is a resolution that aims to designate specific weekends in 2022 to commemorate two significant cultural events in American history. The resolution proposes that the last weekend of June 2022 be designated to honor the first weekend of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, and the first full weekend of May 2022 be designated to commemorate the final weekend of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival of 1970.

The Harlem Cultural Festival, also known as the "Black Woodstock," took place in Harlem, New York in the summer of 1969. The festival featured performances by iconic artists such as Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, and Sly and the Family Stone, and celebrated African American music, culture, and community. The event was a pivotal moment in the history of African American music and culture, and is considered a landmark event in the civil rights movement.

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, held in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1970, is one of the oldest and most prestigious music festivals in the United States. The festival showcases a diverse range of music genres, including jazz, blues, gospel, and Cajun music, and celebrates the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans and the surrounding region. The festival has become a beloved tradition in New Orleans and attracts thousands of music lovers from around the world each year. By designating specific weekends in 2022 to commemorate these two historic cultural events, the resolution aims to recognize the importance of African American music and culture in American history, and to honor the contributions of artists and musicians who have shaped the cultural landscape of the United States. The resolution highlights the significance of these events in promoting diversity, unity, and understanding among different communities, and seeks to preserve the legacy of these cultural milestones for future generations.