[Congressional Bills 103th Congress]
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[S.J. Res. 157 Referred in House (RFH)]

103d CONGRESS
  2d Session
S. J. RES. 157


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             August 3, 1994

       Referred to the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service

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                            JOINT RESOLUTION


 
           To designate 1994 as ``The Year of Gospel Music''.

Whereas Gospel music is a uniquely American art form, one that has provided hope 
        and inspiration for generations of Americans;
Whereas Gospel music is the forerunner of many forms of popular music in the 
        United States;
Whereas Gospel music is an important art form, and a vital part of our cultural 
        heritage; and
Whereas it is in our national interest to promote and preserve Gospel music for 
        generations of Americans to come: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That 1994 is designated ``The 
Year of Gospel Music'', and that the President is authorized and 
requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United 
States to mark that year with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

            Passed the Senate August 2 (legislative day, July 20), 
      1994.

            Attest:

                                                MARTHA S. POPE,

                                                             Secretary.