SRES273Referred to Committee

A resolution recognizing the contributions of Black people to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for Black students and designating June 2025 as "Black Music Month".

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Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-06-12
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Cory A. Booker
Cory A. Booker
Democrat · NJ · Senator
Votes with party: 82.7% (813 recorded votes)

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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3391-3392)

2025-06-12

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Plain-English Summary

This resolution honors the major role Black musicians and artists have played in shaping American music, from jazz and blues to hip-hop and R&B. It also calls for increased music education opportunities for Black students in schools and designates June 2025 as "Black Music Month" to celebrate this cultural legacy.

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Arts, Culture, Religion
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