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US SCRes17
US SCRes17A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that any public rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" should be performed as written by Francis Scott Key, in English.
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Introduced
07/14/2025
07/14/2025
In Committee
07/14/2025
07/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that any public rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" should be performed as written by Francis Scott Key, in English.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution affirms the importance of performing the United States national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner", exclusively in its original English version as written by Francis Scott Key in 1814. The resolution emphasizes that the anthem's English lyrics represent the historical and cultural resilience of the United States during a challenging period, serving as a unifying symbol of national heritage and patriotism. By calling for public performances to maintain the anthem's original language, the resolution seeks to preserve its historical context and foster a shared understanding of its meaning among all Americans. Specifically, the resolution encourages performers and event organizers to honor the tradition of presenting the anthem in its original English form, viewing this as a way to respect the anthem's historical significance and national identity.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4338: 2) (on 07/14/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-concurrent-resolution/17/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/sconres17/BILLS-119sconres17is.pdf |
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