H.RES.280: Honoring the House music genre and its "Godfather", the late Frankie Knuckles of Chicago, Illinois, for valuable and longstanding contributions to the culture of the United States.

About This Bill

  • Introduced May 21, 2015
  • Latest Major Action May 21, 2015

Bill Cosponsors

2 (All Democrats)

Bill Summary

Applauds the contributions made by the House music genre and artists such as Frankie Knuckles to the culture of the United States. Supports the designation of a national day of recognition for Chicago House music pioneer Frankie Knuckles. Recommits the House of Representatives to ensuring that musical artists such as Frankie Knuckles receive fair protection under the copyright laws of the United States. Declares that the House of...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
May 21, 2015
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
May 21, 2015

Introduced in the House by Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas)

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