A resolution honoring the life and legacy of James Frederick "Jimmy" Hanley.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 Mar 2022): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1839; text: CR S1837)
What this bill does
This Senate resolution, S.Res. 564, "honors the life and legacy of James Frederick 'Jimmy' Hanley." While the full text of the resolution has not been published, its title and sponsor, Senator Mike Braun, indicate its intent. The resolution expresses the Senate's view that Jimmy Hanley was a gifted musician from Indiana whose musical compositions, particularly "(Back Home Again in) Indiana," were significant in the 1920s and 1930s.
The resolution aims to commemorate Hanley on the 130th anniversary of his birth, recognizing the lasting cultural impact of his music. This measure affects the public by acknowledging and celebrating the contributions of an individual to arts and culture.
S.Res. 564 was introduced in the Senate on March 29, 2022, and was subsequently agreed to without amendment by unanimous consent on the same day. As a simple resolution, it does not require House approval and does not create binding law. Its action in the Senate means it has concluded its legislative process.
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Official summary
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that (1) James Frederick "Jimmy" Hanley was a talented Hoosier who provided many musical compositions that were significant during the 1920s and 1930s, especially (Back Home Again in) Indiana; and (2) he should be commemorated and remembered on the 130th anniversary of his birth for the cultural impact and significance that his compositions and music continue to have throughout the world.
Timeline
29 Mar 2022
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1839; text: CR S1837)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 564 do?
- This Senate resolution, S.Res. 564, "honors the life and legacy of James Frederick 'Jimmy' Hanley." While the full text of the resolution has not been published, its title and sponsor, Senator Mike Braun, indicate its intent. The resolution expresses the Senate's view that Jimmy Hanley was a gifted musician from Indiana whose musical compositions, particularly "(Back Home Again in) Indiana," were significant in the 1920s and 1930s. The resolution aims to commemorate Hanley on the 130th anniversary of his birth, recognizing the lasting cultural impact of his music. This measure affects the public by acknowledging and celebrating the contributions of an individual to arts and culture. S.Res. 564 was introduced in the Senate on March 29, 2022, and was subsequently agreed to without amendment by unanimous consent on the same day. As a simple resolution, it does not require House approval and does not create binding law. Its action in the Senate means it has concluded its legislative process.
- Has S.Res. 564 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 564. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 564?
- S.Res. 564 was sponsored by Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN] (R-IN), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 564?
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1839; text: CR S1837) (29 Mar 2022).
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