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National Jazz Act: Boosting Music Education and Public Cultural Access

This law establishes federal programs to preserve jazz history and increase public access to the music nationwide. Citizens will benefit from broader access to performances at Smithsonian affiliates, while K-12 students may receive new educational resources, including lessons taught by professional jazz artists. The bill authorizes a total of $3 million annually for fiscal years 2022-2024 for the Smithsonian-led programs.
Key points
Promotion of jazz education in elementary and secondary schools, including programs bringing professional artists to classrooms.
Creation of a nationwide program for jazz performances at Smithsonian affiliates, enhancing geographic access to the music.
Authorization of funds for recording interviews with leading jazz artists and preserving jazz artifacts by the Smithsonian.
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Additional Information
National Jazz Preservation, Education, and Promulgation Act of 2023
Print number: HR 240
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Process start date: 2023-01-10