III 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 442 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES October 31, 2023 Mrs. Blackburn (for herself and Mr. Kaine ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 2023 as National Country Music Month .

Whereas country music, a uniquely American sound, echoes from the backroads of the United States to the streets of Nashville, Tennessee; Whereas Bristol, straddling the Tennessee and Virginia state line, is recognized as the birthplace of country music ; Whereas the Grand Ole Opry, the most famous stage in country music, has been called the home of American music ; Whereas the Ryman Auditorium, the original home of the Grand Ole Opry, has been described as the Mother Church of country music ; Whereas country music reminds every American of the importance of faith, family, freedom, hope, opportunity, and patriotism; Whereas country music has influenced numerous other genres of music; Whereas country music is an incredibly diverse genre, appealing to Americans from all walks of life; Whereas country music has millions of fans all across the United States; Whereas the country music industry contributes billions of dollars in revenue each year to the economy of the United States; Whereas the Country Music Association first celebrated National Country Music Month in 1964; and Whereas President Nixon issued a presidential proclamation in 1970 to acknowledge October as National Country Music Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 2023 as National Country Music Month ; (2) honors the contributions of country music to the story and history of the United States; and (3) encourages the American people to observe National Country Music Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.