A resolution 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 designating June 2023 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.

SRES 286 is a Senate resolution recognizing African Americans' foundational contributions to U.S. musical heritage, including genres like jazz, blues, gospel, and hip-hop. It highlights disparities in music education access, citing data showing 13% of predominantly Black schools lack music programs and African-American students score lowest in national arts assessments. The resolution formally designates June 2023 as African-American Music Appreciation Month to celebrate this cultural legacy and emphasize the need for equitable music education opportunities. It does not create new programs but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of historical contributions and current educational gaps affecting African-American students.