Recognizing the benefits and importance of school-based music education, and for other purposes.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 May 2007): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 121, is a concurrent resolution that expresses the sense of Congress regarding music education. It states that music education, when based on rigorous instruction, is a vital part of a complete academic curriculum. The resolution also declares that this type of music education should be accessible to all students in every school.
The resolution highlights several perceived benefits of school-based music programs, including enhanced intellectual development, improved academic environments, better school attendance, and reduced likelihood of involvement with drugs, gangs, or alcohol. It also suggests that music instruction develops skills like discipline, problem-solving, communication, and cooperation, which are considered valuable for the modern workforce. The resolution specifically notes that many students in inner-city public schools lack access to music education, putting them at a disadvantage.
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and Labor. The latest action indicates that a message on Senate action was sent to the House. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of both chambers of Congress but does not require the President's signature and does not have the force of law.
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Timeline
17 May 2007
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 121 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 121, is a concurrent resolution that expresses the sense of Congress regarding music education. It states that music education, when based on rigorous instruction, is a vital part of a complete academic curriculum. The resolution also declares that this type of music education should be accessible to all students in every school. The resolution highlights several perceived benefits of school-based music programs, including enhanced intellectual development, improved academic environments, better school attendance, and reduced likelihood of involvement with drugs, gangs, or alcohol. It also suggests that music instruction develops skills like discipline, problem-solving, communication, and cooperation, which are considered valuable for the modern workforce. The resolution specifically notes that many students in inner-city public schools lack access to music education, putting them at a disadvantage. This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and Labor. The latest action indicates that a message on Senate action was sent to the House. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of both chambers of Congress but does not require the President's signature and does not have the force of law.
- Has H.Con.Res. 121 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 121. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 121?
- H.Con.Res. 121 was sponsored by Rep. Cooper, Jim [D-TN-5] (D-TN), with 35 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 121?
- Message on Senate action sent to the House. (17 May 2007).
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