Shontel Brown (D-OH)
Expressing support for the designation of June 2026 as "Black Music Month".
A Democratic resolution with 31 Democratic cosponsors · See all 31 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
H. Res. 1368 is a resolution that expresses support for naming June 2026 as "Black Music Month." The resolution recognizes the historical influence of Black music on American and global music across many genres. It honors the contributions of Black music creators and industry personnel. Additionally, it encourages people in the United States to recognize the month through various programs and actions.
Yes
- Scored +8
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The bill specifically honors and celebrates the history and contributions of Black music and artists.
- Scored +3
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by honoring the contributions of Black musicians.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Black Artists: The resolution honors the work of musicians, music creators, artists, communities, and congregations, which provides official recognition of their contributions to the nation's history. (Resolved section 2)
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Cultural Awareness: The resolution calls for actions and programs to spread awareness of the impact and legacy of Black music, as well as its deep-rooted history. (Resolved section 3D, 3E)
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Promotion of Social Values: The resolution encourages programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. (Resolved section 3C)
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Emotional and Social Well-being: It seeks to spread joy, awareness, and understanding through the use of Black music. (Resolved section 3F)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill specifically honors and celebrates the history and contributions of Black music and artists.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by honoring the contributions of Black musicians.
- 6/30/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/15/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 29 Cosponsors added.
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