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DemocratBill · H.Res. 1485· House(119-HRES-1485)

Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2026, as "Chuck Brown Day", and honoring Chuck Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

Rep. Norton
Age: 89 years
District of Columbia
Introduced
8/20/2026
Last activity
8/20/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
Eleanor Norton
Cosponsors
None
Arts, Culture, Religion
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses support for designating August 22, 2026, as "Chuck Brown Day." It seeks to honor Chuck Brown for his significant contributions to music and the District of Columbia. The text highlights his role as the "Godfather of Go-Go" and the architect of that musical genre. It also notes his life as a virtuoso musician and his commitment to D.C. statehood and equal voting rights. Finally, the resolution recognizes his personal history and lasting musical influence.

Yes

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+2

    The resolution honors a prominent African American musician and his contributions to culture.

  • Would people in cities be better off under this?+2

    The resolution honors a legendary figure central to the musical identity of Washington, D.C.

  • Does this protect the right to vote?+1

    The resolution mentions the individual's commitment to equal voting rights for D.C. residents.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.