[Congressional Bills 108th Congress]
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[H. Con. Res. 262 Referred in Senate (RFS)]

  1st Session
H. CON. RES. 262


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            November 5, 2003

        Received and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

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                         CONCURRENT RESOLUTION


 
Expressing the sense of the Congress in support of the National Anthem 
                        ``SingAmerica'' project.

Whereas the performance and singing of traditional, patriotic music has served 
        as a vital instrument for the recruitment and retention of members of 
        the armed forces of the United States, has been a catalyst for the 
        development of public support for a common defense policy, and has 
        united Americans of all backgrounds throughout the history of the United 
        States as an inspirational expression of the national purpose of 
        freedom;
Whereas the national anthem, the Star Spangled Banner, holds a special place in 
        the hearts and minds of the American people as a symbol of national 
        unity, resolve, and willingness to sacrifice in order to preserve the 
        nation's sacred heritage of freedom;
Whereas the members of the MENC: the National Association for Music Education, 
        the officers of the Smithsonian Institution, and the members of the 
        American Sportscasters Association have joined in the National Anthem 
        ``SingAmerica'' project to restore the original Star Spangled Banner 
        flag and to renew national awareness of the patriotic musical traditions 
        of the United States; and
Whereas this dynamic national initiative promises to invigorate and inspire the 
        American people to have a greater appreciation of their patriotic 
        musical heritage and the preeminent role that heritage has in promoting 
        national defense efforts, motivating public and military service, 
        infusing national pride, encouraging good citizenship practices, and 
        teaching American history: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), 
That the Congress--
            (1) commends the MENC: The National Association for Music 
        Education, the Smithsonian Institution, the American 
        Sportscasters Association, and all those involved in the 
        National Anthem ``SingAmerica'' project for their initiative to 
        promote national awareness of the patriotic musical heritage of 
        the United States; and
            (2) urges all Americans to assist, enjoy, and participate 
        in the National Anthem ``SingAmerica'' project.

            Passed the House of Representatives November 4, 2003.

            Attest:

                                                 JEFF TRANDAHL,

                                                                 Clerk.