Eleanor Norton (D-DC)
Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2026, as "Chuck Brown Day", and honoring Chuck Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.
A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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
This resolution expresses support for designating August 22, 2026, as "Chuck Brown Day." It seeks to honor Chuck Brown for his significant contributions to music and the District of Columbia. The text highlights his role as the "Godfather of Go-Go" and the architect of that musical genre. It also notes his life as a virtuoso musician and his commitment to D.C. statehood and equal voting rights. Finally, the resolution recognizes his personal history and lasting musical influence.
Yes
- Scored +2
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The resolution honors a prominent African American musician and his contributions to culture.
- Scored +2
Would people in cities be better off under this?
The resolution honors a legendary figure central to the musical identity of Washington, D.C.
- Scored +1
Does this protect the right to vote?
The resolution mentions the individual's commitment to equal voting rights for D.C. residents.
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 Cultural Contributions: The resolution honors Chuck Brown's role as the major architect of the "go-go" musical genre, which provides the District of Columbia with a unique musical identity. (Resolution text)
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Honoring Local History: By designating a specific day, the House of Representatives honors a resident who rose from humble beginnings to become a successful, multitalented musician. (Resolution text)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified within 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 resolution honors a prominent African American musician and his contributions to culture. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution honors a legendary figure central to the musical identity of Washington, D.C.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this protect the right to vote? — The resolution mentions the individual's commitment to equal voting rights for D.C. residents.
- 8/20/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.