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Congress considers resolution to honor Katherine Dunham for contributions to arts and racial equality

Original title: Expressing the sense of Congress that Katherine Dunham should be recognized for her groundbreaking achievements in dance, theater, music, and education, as well as for her work as an activist striving for racial equality throughout the world.

June 15, 2004

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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Jun 15, 2004

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution serves as an official congressional acknowledgment of Dunham's cultural and social impact, though it does not provide funding or change federal law.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Katherine Dunham

The resolution is a formal recognition of her life's work and achievements.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

Congress is considering a resolution to formally recognize Katherine Dunham for her career in dance, theater, music, and education, and her global activism for racial equality. The measure, 64, has been referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary for review.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?

It expresses the formal opinion of Congress that Katherine Dunham should be recognized for her historical contributions to the arts and civil rights.

Does this resolution provide money or change laws?

No, it is a '' resolution, which is a non-binding statement of opinion and does not enact new laws or allocate federal funds.

Why It Matters

This resolution serves as an official congressional acknowledgment of Dunham's cultural and social impact, though it does not provide funding or change federal law.

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organizationSenate Committee on the Judiciary“The committee currently reviewing the resolution.”Map →

personKatherine Dunham“The subject of the congressional recognition resolution.”Map →

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