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.
Latest action (20 Aug 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Res. 1485, introduced in the House of Representatives, expresses the support of the House for designating August 22, 2026, as "Chuck Brown Day." It also honors Chuck Brown for his significant contributions to music and the District of Columbia. The resolution details his role as the "Godfather of Go-Go," the development of this musical genre, and his personal achievements as a musician and bandleader.
The resolution directly affects individuals who recognize and appreciate Chuck Brown's legacy and the musical genre of go-go. It highlights his influence on various music styles and his connection to the District of Columbia, noting that go-go is the official music of the city and that public spaces have been named in his honor. The bill also mentions his activism for the District of Columbia's rights.
As an introduced resolution, H.Res. 1485 has been referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The next step in the legislative process would be for the committee to consider the resolution, potentially hold hearings, and then decide whether to advance it to the full House of Representatives for a vote.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on August 20, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1485 do?
- This resolution, H.Res. 1485, introduced in the House of Representatives, expresses the support of the House for designating August 22, 2026, as "Chuck Brown Day." It also honors Chuck Brown for his significant contributions to music and the District of Columbia. The resolution details his role as the "Godfather of Go-Go," the development of this musical genre, and his personal achievements as a musician and bandleader. The resolution directly affects individuals who recognize and appreciate Chuck Brown's legacy and the musical genre of go-go. It highlights his influence on various music styles and his connection to the District of Columbia, noting that go-go is the official music of the city and that public spaces have been named in his honor. The bill also mentions his activism for the District of Columbia's rights. As an introduced resolution, H.Res. 1485 has been referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The next step in the legislative process would be for the committee to consider the resolution, potentially hold hearings, and then decide whether to advance it to the full House of Representatives for a vote.
- Has H.Res. 1485 become law?
- Not yet. As of 20 Aug 2026, H.Res. 1485 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1485?
- H.Res. 1485 was sponsored by Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton [D-DC] (Democrat-DC), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1485?
- Introduced (20 Aug 2026).
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