Bill · S.Res. 862· Senate(119-SRES-862)
A resolution 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
- 9/17/2026
- Last activity
- 9/17/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800)
- Sponsored by
- Marsha Blackburn
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 13
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution honors the life, legacy, and passing of Dolly Parton. It highlights her roots in Tennessee and her legendary career as a singer-songwriter. The text details her extensive philanthropic efforts, including childhood literacy programs, health care support, and wildlife conservation. It also notes her major contributions to disaster relief for families affected by wildfires and hurricanes. Finally, the Senate formally expresses condolences and recognizes her lasting positive impact on American culture.
Yes
Would children be better off under this?+5
The resolution recognizes Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and educational contributions that benefit children's literacy and development.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Education and Childhood Literacy: Through the preamble and Resolved Clause (4), the bill recognizes The Dollywood Foundation and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which provide free, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age 5 regardless of family income. This program promotes literacy and educational achievement for millions of children.
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Health Care and Medical Research Expansion: The preamble notes her fundraising and financial support for the Dolly Parton Center for Women's Services at LeConte Medical Center and pediatric infectious disease research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. These actions expanded local health resources and supported medical research for children.
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Disaster Relief and Financial Assistance: The preamble highlights the creation of the My People Fund and her support following Hurricane Helene, which distributed over $12,000,000 to families who lost their primary residences in wildfires and provided recovery assistance in Tennessee and North Carolina. This directly aided individuals facing severe hardships from natural disasters.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- As this is a ceremonial resolution honoring an individual and expressing condolences, the provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that impose burdens, regulations, or negative consequences on individuals or groups in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+5
- 9/23/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/22/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 9/17/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800)
- 16 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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