To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the composition known as "Here Rests in Honored Glory" by Donald B. Miller as the national hymn of the United States.
National Hymn: Designating "Here Rests in Honored Glory"
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Legislative Progress
Bills that name national symbols are rarely prioritized by Congress and often fail to move past the committee stage unless there is a major national anniversary or event.
Key Points
- This bill would create an official national hymn for the United States. While the country has a national anthem and a national march, it does not currently have an official hymn recognized by federal law.
- The song chosen for this honor is titled "Here Rests in Honored Glory," written by Donald B. Miller. The title is taken from the words carved onto the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.
- If this bill becomes law, the song would be added to the list of official national symbols. This change is purely symbolic and would not replace the national anthem or change how people are required to act during public events.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Official Title
To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the composition known as "Here Rests in Honored Glory" by Donald B. Miller as the national hymn of the United States.
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