Recognizing the contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for African-American students and supporting the designation of June 2023 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.

This resolution recognizes the significant contributions of African Americans to U.S. musical heritage, including genres like blues, jazz, gospel, and hip-hop, and highlights disparities in music education access for African-American students. It cites studies showing that predominantly Black schools often lack music programs and that African-American students score lower in arts assessments compared to peers. The resolution formally supports designating June 2023 as "African-American Music Appreciation Month" to celebrate this cultural legacy and promote equitable music education opportunities. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise awareness of these issues.