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 expressing support for the designation of June as African-American Music Appreciation Month.

Summary

Recognizes the contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States. Recognizes that Black History Month and African-American Music Appreciation Month is an important time to celebrate this impact and to encourage greater access to music education.

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Timeline

1. 28 June 2018

   Introduced

   Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4742)

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2. 28 June 2018

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

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Versions

• Introduced in Senate · 28 June 2018 · Official file

Documents

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 28 June 2018

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• Introduced in Senate (PDF)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 28 June 2018

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• Introduced in Senate

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Sponsors

• Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Harris, Kamala D. [D-CA] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE-At Large] · D · Sponsor
• Richard Durbin · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Jones, Doug [D-AL] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD-3] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Nelson, Bill [D-FL-11] · D · Sponsor
• Christopher Coons · D · Sponsor
• · sshr00 · Standing

Related records

• related to ← Supporting African American's Music Education.