[Congressional Bills 109th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 355 Engrossed in House (EH)]
109th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. CON. RES. 355
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Whereas school music programs enhance intellectual development and enrich the
academic environment for students of all ages;
Whereas students who participate in school music programs are less likely to be
involved with drugs, gangs, or alcohol and have better attendance in
school;
Whereas the skills gained through sequential music instruction, including
discipline and the ability to analyze, solve problems, communicate, and
work cooperatively, are vital for success in the 21st century workplace;
Whereas the majority of students attending public schools in inner city
neighborhoods have virtually no access to music education, which places
them at a disadvantage compared to their peers in other communities;
Whereas local budget cuts are predicted to lead to significant curtailment of
school music programs, thereby depriving millions of students of an
education that includes music;
Whereas the arts are a core academic subject, and music is an essential element
of the arts; and
Whereas every student in the United States should have an opportunity to reap
the benefits of music education: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That it is the sense of the Congress that music education grounded in
rigorous instruction is an important component of a well-rounded
academic curriculum and should be available to every student in every
school.
Passed the House of Representatives April 4, 2006.
Attest:
Clerk.
109th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. CON. RES. 355
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the benefits and importance of school-based music
education, and for other purposes.