A resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of hip hop and designating August 11, 2023, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2023 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2023 as "Hip Hop History Month".

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Summary of Bill SRES 305

Bill 118 SRES 305 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to commemorate the 50th anniversary of hip hop. The resolution designates August 11, 2023, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", August 2023 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and November 2023 as "Hip Hop History Month".

The resolution aims to recognize the cultural significance and impact of hip hop music and culture on American society. Hip hop has played a significant role in shaping music, fashion, and art over the past five decades, and has become a global phenomenon.

By designating specific days and months to celebrate and recognize hip hop, the resolution seeks to honor the contributions of hip hop artists, producers, DJs, and other individuals who have helped to shape the genre. It also aims to educate the public about the history and evolution of hip hop, and its influence on popular culture. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 305 is a non-partisan effort to acknowledge and celebrate the legacy of hip hop, and to promote awareness and appreciation of this important cultural movement.

Congressional Summary of SRES 305

This resolution designates August 11, 2023, as Hip Hop Celebration Day, August 2023 as Hip Hop Recognition Month, and November 2023 as Hip Hop History Month. The resolution also recognizes the 50 years of contributions of hip hop to art and culture.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 305

Bill SRES 305 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2023. Bill SRES 305 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 20, 2023. Bill SRES 305's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3451; text: CR S3462-3463) as of July 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 305

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 305

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Arts, Culture, Religion

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays

- Music

- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 305

A resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of hip hop and designating August 11, 2023, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2023 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2023 as "Hip Hop History Month".