[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 46 (Thursday, March 11, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H1329]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                ARTS PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN OUR LIVES

  (Ms. BONAMICI asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Ms. BONAMICI. Madam Speaker, these are challenging times for 
everyone, including for our Nation's young people, who are trying to 
cope with growing up and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  At this challenging time, arts education is more important than ever. 
The arts provide a way to help people connect and cope; and after this 
crisis, the arts will continue to play an important role in helping to 
heal.
  In recognition of Music in Our Schools Month, I want to highlight the 
value of music education. My mom was a piano teacher, and I took 
lessons myself. I know music is an important part of a well-rounded 
education. It helps students become critical, creative thinkers across 
subjects and eventually in their careers.
  Yesterday, I spoke with band and choir educators from Oregon, who are 
working to safely reengage students in in-person music classes. I thank 
them, and I am grateful that the American Rescue Plan will provide 
funding to help schools open safely, including those important band and 
choir classes.
  Please join me in supporting music education.

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