Bill · H.Res. 1507· House(119-HRES-1507)
Honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.
- Introduced
- 9/2/2026
- Last activity
- 9/2/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Diana Harshbarger
- Cosponsors
- - 7 - 1
- Introduced
- 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 honors the life and legacy of Dolly Parton following her passing on August 25, 2026. It recognizes her massive contributions to music, philanthropy, and culture in the United States and her home state of Tennessee. The text highlights her various charitable endeavors, including literacy programs, health care support, and disaster relief. It also notes her role in creating jobs through the establishment of Dollywood. Ultimately, the House of Representatives intends to mourn her passing and recognize her enduring service to the American people.
Yes· 3 of 16
Would children be better off under this?+7
The text highlights significant work in childhood literacy through the Imagination Library.
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+6
The text details substantial financial support for disaster relief following wildfires and Hurricane Helene.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5
The text mentions providing free books regardless of family income and disaster relief.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Educational Opportunities: The establishment of the Dollywood Foundation and the Buddy Program provided financial awards to students to encourage them to stay in school and graduate (Whereas clause 9).
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Literacy Access: Dolly Parton's Imagination Library provides free, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age 5, regardless of family income (Whereas clause 10).
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Economic Growth and Employment: The opening of Dollywood created jobs and established a premier tourist destination that draws millions of visitors to the region (Whereas clause 8).
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Health Care and Medical Research Support: Donations were made to help establish the Dolly Parton Center for Women's Services in Sevier County, support the Pediatric Cancer Program at Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, and fund pediatric infectious disease research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Whereas clauses 14, 15, and 16).
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Disaster Recovery Assistance: The My People Fund provided direct financial assistance and scholarships to families displaced by the 2016 Sevier County wildfires (Whereas clause 19). Additionally, more than $2,000,000 was committed to support relief and recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene in 2024 (Whereas clause 20).
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Wildlife Conservation: Through a partnership with the American Eagle Foundation, efforts were made to conserve and understand bald eagles and other birds of prey (Whereas clause 17).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+7Good For Low Income Households+5Good For Students+5Good For Women+5Good For Rural Residents+4Good For Young Adults+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+6Improves Environmental Protections+5Improves Rural Development+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5Increases Research Funding+5
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5Improves Economic Growth+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5Improves College Affordability+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+4
- 9/2/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
Tim BurchettRepublican · Tennessee
Steve CohenDemocrat · Tennessee
Scott DesJarlaisRepublican · Tennessee
Charles FleischmannRepublican · Tennessee
David KustoffRepublican · Tennessee
Andrew OglesRepublican · Tennessee
John RoseRepublican · Tennessee
Matt Van EppsRepublican · Tennessee