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Recognizing African American Musical Contributions and Supporting Music Education Access.

This House Resolution acknowledges the profound impact of African Americans on the musical heritage of the United States. It highlights the critical need for greater access to music education for African-American students, which can open doors to future opportunities. The resolution also supports designating June as African-American Music Appreciation Month, fostering cultural awareness.
Key points
Recognition of the historical and cultural significance of music created by African Americans (spirituals, jazz, blues, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, rock and roll, soul, funk).
Addressing barriers to music education access for African-American students and emphasizing the need for increased participation.
Support for the designation of June as African-American Music Appreciation Month to promote heritage and education.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1215
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Process start date: 2022-07-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1215.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognition of the historical and cultural significance of music created by African Americans (spirituals, jazz, blues, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, rock and roll, soul, funk).
  • Addressing barriers to music education access for African-American students and emphasizing the need for increased participation.
  • Support for the designation of June as African-American Music Appreciation Month to promote heritage and education.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Media and Culture Education