Encouraging the people of the United States to reflect upon and celebrate Tejano music and other forms of Latin music, and for other purposes.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (9 Apr 1999): Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 65, introduced in 1999, encourages people across the United States to celebrate Tejano music and other forms of Latin music. It also calls for recognition that musicians in these genres should have the same rights, protections, and compensation as other music performers. Additionally, the resolution promotes providing resources and support for preserving Latin music.
The bill's main impact would be on the public's awareness and appreciation of Tejano and Latin music. It also addresses the rights and compensation of musicians within these genres, as well as efforts to preserve the music itself. The resolution is co-sponsored by Representative Ciro Rodriguez.
As a concurrent resolution, this bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. It has not advanced beyond its introduction. If passed by both the House and the Senate, it would represent a congressional sentiment and encouragement to the public, rather than a law with binding requirements.
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Official summary
Encourages the people of the United States to: (1) reflect upon and celebrate Tejano music and other forms of Latin music; (2) recognize that Tejano musicians and musicians who perform other varieties of Latin music deserve the same rights, protection, and compensation as other music performers; and (3) provide resources and support for the preservation of Latin music.
Timeline
9 Apr 1999
Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 65 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 65, introduced in 1999, encourages people across the United States to celebrate Tejano music and other forms of Latin music. It also calls for recognition that musicians in these genres should have the same rights, protections, and compensation as other music performers. Additionally, the resolution promotes providing resources and support for preserving Latin music. The bill's main impact would be on the public's awareness and appreciation of Tejano and Latin music. It also addresses the rights and compensation of musicians within these genres, as well as efforts to preserve the music itself. The resolution is co-sponsored by Representative Ciro Rodriguez. As a concurrent resolution, this bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. It has not advanced beyond its introduction. If passed by both the House and the Senate, it would represent a congressional sentiment and encouragement to the public, rather than a law with binding requirements.
- Has H.Con.Res. 65 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 65. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 65?
- H.Con.Res. 65 was sponsored by Rep. Rodriguez, Ciro D. [D-TX-28] (D-TX), with 12 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 65?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families. (9 Apr 1999).
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