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That the Senate— recognizes— the contributions of Black people to the musical heritage of the United States; the wide array of talented and popular Black musical artists, composers, songwriters, and musicians who are underrecognized for contributions to music; the achievements, talent, and hard work of Black pioneer artists and the obstacles that those artists overcame to gain recognition; the need for Black students to have greater access to, and participation in, culturally relevant music programs in schools across the United States; and Black History Month and Black Music Month as an important time— to celebrate the impact of the Black musical heritage on the musical heritage of the United States; and to encourage greater access to music education so that the next generation may continue to greatly contribute to the musical heritage of the United States; and designates June 2025 as Black Music Month.