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American Music Tourism Act of 2024

1/3/2025, 6:57 PM

Summary of Bill S 4212

Bill 118 s 4212, also known as the American Music Tourism Act of 2024, aims to promote and support the music industry in the United States by encouraging tourism related to music. The bill recognizes the significant cultural and economic impact that music has on communities across the country.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for music-related tourism initiatives, such as music festivals, concerts, and music heritage tours. These grants will be awarded to state and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to support efforts to attract visitors to music-related events and destinations.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national registry of music landmarks and attractions, which will help promote and preserve important sites in music history. This registry will include information on historic music venues, recording studios, and other significant locations that have played a role in shaping American music culture. Furthermore, the bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to develop a national strategy for promoting music tourism, in collaboration with industry stakeholders and government agencies. This strategy will outline ways to enhance the visibility of music-related tourism opportunities and support the growth of the music industry as a whole. Overall, the American Music Tourism Act of 2024 seeks to leverage the power of music to drive economic development and cultural enrichment in communities across the United States. By supporting music-related tourism initiatives and promoting the country's rich musical heritage, the bill aims to create new opportunities for artists, businesses, and music lovers alike.

Congressional Summary of S 4212

American Music Tourism Act of 2024

This bill directs the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) of the Department of Commerce to promote tourism to music-related and sports attractions.

The bill requires NTTO to promote domestic and international travel and tourism to U.S. music festivals, concert venues, and other music-related attractions and locations. The bill also expands NTTO's current mandate to facilitate sports and recreation events and activities to include the promotion of international travel and tourism to such activities in the United States.

NTTO must report its activities and findings to Congress within one year after the bill's enactment and, thereafter, every two years.

Current Status of Bill S 4212

Bill S 4212 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since December 5, 2024. Bill S 4212 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 30, 2024.  Bill S 4212's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of December 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4212

Total Number of Sponsors
11
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
11
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4212

Primary Policy Focus

Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4212

American Music Tourism Act of 2024
American Music Tourism Act of 2024
A bill to amend the Visit America Act to promote music tourism, and for other purposes.

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Kolton Norton

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1 year ago

What's the deal with this new music tourism act? How will it impact us?

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