A resolution commemorating the continuation of the semicentennial of hip hop and designating August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month".

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 368

119th Congress

A resolution commemorating the continuation of the semicentennial of hip hop and designating August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month".

In Committee

Introduced:Aug 2, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Charles E. Schumer

Senator

Democratic

NY

Cosponsors

5

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This resolution would officially recognize and celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop culture in the United States. It would designate August 11, 2025, as 'Hip Hop Celebration Day', August 2025 as 'Hip Hop Recognition Month', and November 2025 as 'Hip Hop History Month'.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4676; text: CR S4686)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution would officially recognize and celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop culture in the United States. It would designate August 11, 2025, as 'Hip Hop Celebration Day', August 2025 as 'Hip Hop Recognition Month', and November 2025 as 'Hip Hop History Month'.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

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Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Commemorates the 50th anniversary of hip hop culture in the U.S.
Designates special days and months in 2025 to celebrate and recognize hip hop music and its cultural impact
Passed the Senate by unanimous consent, indicating broad bipartisan support

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution becomes law, it would officially recognize and raise awareness of the influential role that hip hop music and culture has played in American society over the past 50 years. This could lead to increased educational efforts, public events, and media coverage celebrating the history and significance of hip hop during the designated celebration periods.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Health care coverage and access

Health technology, devices, supplies

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

368, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution commemorating the continuation of the semicentennial of hip hop and designating August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-368