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A resolution 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 designating June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.
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Summary of Bill SRES 693
Bill 117 sres 693 is a resolution that acknowledges the significant contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States. The resolution emphasizes the importance of providing greater access to music education for African-American students. It also designates June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.
The resolution highlights the rich history of African-American music, including genres such as jazz, blues, gospel, and hip-hop, which have had a profound impact on American culture. It recognizes the talent and creativity of African-American musicians and the role they have played in shaping the music industry.
The resolution also calls for increased support for music education programs in schools, particularly those serving African-American communities. It emphasizes the importance of providing students with opportunities to explore and develop their musical talents, as well as access to resources and mentorship to help them succeed in the music industry. Overall, Bill 117 sres 693 aims to celebrate the achievements of African-American musicians and promote greater diversity and inclusion in the music industry. By designating June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month, the resolution seeks to raise awareness of the contributions of African Americans to American music and inspire future generations of musicians.
The resolution highlights the rich history of African-American music, including genres such as jazz, blues, gospel, and hip-hop, which have had a profound impact on American culture. It recognizes the talent and creativity of African-American musicians and the role they have played in shaping the music industry.
The resolution also calls for increased support for music education programs in schools, particularly those serving African-American communities. It emphasizes the importance of providing students with opportunities to explore and develop their musical talents, as well as access to resources and mentorship to help them succeed in the music industry. Overall, Bill 117 sres 693 aims to celebrate the achievements of African-American musicians and promote greater diversity and inclusion in the music industry. By designating June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month, the resolution seeks to raise awareness of the contributions of African Americans to American music and inspire future generations of musicians.
Congressional Summary of SRES 693
This resolution designates June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.
Further, the 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 recognizes Black History Month and 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 SRES 693
Bill SRES 693 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2022. Bill SRES 693 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 23, 2022. Bill SRES 693's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3166) as of June 23, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 693
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
14Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 693
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 693
A resolution 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 designating June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.
A resolution 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 designating June 2022 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.
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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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