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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. Res. 474 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]
119th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 474
Designating October 2025 as "National Country Music Month".
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
October 29, 2025
Mrs. Blackburn (for herself and Mr. Kaine) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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RESOLUTION
Designating October 2025 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 Resolved, That the Senate-- (1) designates October 2025 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.