Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1368

Expressing support for the designation of June 2026 as "Black Music Month".

Black Music Month Recognition

Jun 15·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Next up: A house committee

This bill is in the House Committee on Education and Workforce where it has been since June 14, 2026. The committee must review the bill before it can move forward. It is not moving at this time because most bills like this do not receive a committee vote.

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Very likely to pass

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Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.Res. 1279 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.Res. 1279 (118th) →

Key Points

This resolution asks the House of Representatives to officially name June 2026 as Black Music Month. It celebrates the many ways Black artists have shaped American music, from gospel and jazz to rock and roll and hip-hop.
The proposal honors musicians, songwriters, and producers who have created some of the most successful music in history. It notes that Black music has been a central part of the struggle for freedom and civil rights in the United States.
It calls on Americans to celebrate by learning about the history of Black music and supporting Black artists. The resolution aims to promote diversity and spread awareness of how these musical styles have influenced the entire world.

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Milestones

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Jun 15, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Jun 15, 2026

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing support for the designation of June 2026 as "Black Music Month".

Bill NumberHRES 1368

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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D: 31

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