Honoring Hiram "Hank" Williams on the 100th anniversary of his birth.
HRES 685 is a symbolic House resolution honoring country music legend Hank Williams on the 100th anniversary of his birth. It recognizes his life, legacy, and influence on country music through three specific acknowledgments: his generation-defining impact on the genre, his contributions to American music and culture, and his role in transforming country music into a major cultural force. The resolution does not create new laws, impose obligations, or affect any individuals or groups - it is purely a commemorative gesture with no concrete policy changes. It was introduced by multiple representatives and passed by the House as a formal tribute.
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Sep 2023
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Introduced Sep 14, 2023
Last action Sep 14, 2023
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Sep 14, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Sep 14, 2023
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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors
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Mark E. Green
RRepublican
Co
Andrew Ogles
RRepublican
Co
Barry Moore
RRepublican
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Chip Roy
RRepublican
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H. Morgan Griffith
RRepublican
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John W. Rose
RRepublican
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Lloyd Doggett
DDemocratic
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Monica De La Cruz
RRepublican
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Nancy Mace
RRepublican
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Randy K. Weber, Sr.
RRepublican
Co
Ryan K. Zinke
RRepublican
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