Honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (2 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1507 is a commemorative resolution introduced in the House honoring the life and legacy of singer, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, 2026, at age 80. The resolution does not create law, spend money, or establish any new program; it formally expresses the House's condolences to her family and the people of Tennessee and recognizes her contributions to music, literacy, education, health care, disaster relief, and wildlife conservation, citing examples such as her career achievements, the Dollywood Foundation, the Imagination Library book-gifting program, medical research donations, wildfire and hurricane relief efforts, and bald eagle conservation work.
The resolution primarily affects public record and congressional proceedings rather than any group's rights or obligations. It is a symbolic gesture directed at honoring Parton's memory, encouraging Americans to emulate her charitable example, and documenting her civic and cultural contributions, particularly those tied to Tennessee.
The bill was introduced on September 2, 2026, by Rep. Diana Harshbarger of Tennessee, with several cosponsors, and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As a simple resolution, if it moves forward, it would next require committee consideration and a vote in the full House; it does not require Senate action or the President's signature to take effect, since it carries no legal force beyond expressing the House's sentiment.
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Timeline
2 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1507 do?
- H.Res. 1507 is a commemorative resolution introduced in the House honoring the life and legacy of singer, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, 2026, at age 80. The resolution does not create law, spend money, or establish any new program; it formally expresses the House's condolences to her family and the people of Tennessee and recognizes her contributions to music, literacy, education, health care, disaster relief, and wildlife conservation, citing examples such as her career achievements, the Dollywood Foundation, the Imagination Library book-gifting program, medical research donations, wildfire and hurricane relief efforts, and bald eagle conservation work. The resolution primarily affects public record and congressional proceedings rather than any group's rights or obligations. It is a symbolic gesture directed at honoring Parton's memory, encouraging Americans to emulate her charitable example, and documenting her civic and cultural contributions, particularly those tied to Tennessee. The bill was introduced on September 2, 2026, by Rep. Diana Harshbarger of Tennessee, with several cosponsors, and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As a simple resolution, if it moves forward, it would next require committee consideration and a vote in the full House; it does not require Senate action or the President's signature to take effect, since it carries no legal force beyond expressing the House's sentiment.
- Has H.Res. 1507 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1507. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1507?
- H.Res. 1507 was sponsored by Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1] (R-TN), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1507?
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (2 Sep 2026).
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