Bills · HRES 661
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 661Arts, Culture, Religion
Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2025, as "Chuck Brown Day", and honoring Chuck Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.
INTRO AUG 22· LAST ACTION AUG 22
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it represents a formal acknowledgment from a branch of the U.S. government for a significant American cultural figure and a unique music genre. If this resolution passes, it signals that the House of Representatives believes Chuck Brown's artistic legacy and his profound impact on the District of Columbia's cultural identity are worthy of national recognition. This helps to preserve his memory and highlights the importance of go-go music as a distinct part of American culture.
If the resolution doesn't pass, it simply means the House of Representatives hasn't made this specific symbolic statement. It wouldn't diminish Chuck Brown's existing cultural status or the importance of go-go music, but it would mean he doesn't receive this particular form of federal recognition, which can be valuable for cultural awareness and historical record.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expresses support for designating August 22, 2025, as "Chuck Brown Day."
This provision formally endorses a specific day for national recognition of Chuck Brown.
PROVISION 02
Honors Chuck Brown's contributions to music, specifically recognizing him as the "Godfather of Go-Go" and the architect of the go-go music genre.
It acknowledges his unique musical impact and legacy, emphasizing his role in creating a distinct genre.
PROVISION 03
Honors Chuck Brown's contributions to the District of Columbia, noting how his go-go beat gave the city its own musical identity.
This provision recognizes his significant cultural and civic importance to the nation's capital.
PROVISION 04
Highlights Chuck Brown's musical achievements, including his hit song "Bustin' Loose," a Grammy nomination, and a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship.
It provides a clear basis for why he is deserving of this honor by listing his notable accomplishments.
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D· District of Columbia
YRS IN OFFICE
35
BILLS LED
114
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAUG 22
Submitted in House
AUG 22
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 661
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedAug 22, 2025
Last actionAug 22, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED AUG 22, 2025
House Res.HRES 661Arts, Culture, Religion
Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2025, as "Chuck Brown Day", and honoring Chuck Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.
INTRODUCED AUG 22, 2025· LAST ACTION AUG 22, 2025
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