HR618: Recognizing August 11, 2023, as the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
Recognizing August 11, 2023, as the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
Plain-language summary
This bill recognizes August 11, 2023, as the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the music and cultural movement that began on that date in 1973. The bill is a ceremonial resolution with no legal requirements or funding attached. It honors hip-hop's cultural significance and contributions to American society. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and remains in the early stage of consideration.
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HR618: Recognizing August 11, 2023, as the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
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Sponsors
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (38)
Jamaal Bowman
Hakeem Jeffries
Troy Carter
Jasmine Crockett
Maxwell Frost