[Congressional Bills 103th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H.J. Res. 106 Introduced in House (IH)] 103d CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. 106 To designate the months of October 1993 and October 1994 as ``Country Music Month''. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 16, 1993 Mr. Clement (for himself, Mr. Cooper, Mr. Duncan, Mr. Ford of Tennessee, Mr. Gordon, Mrs. Lloyd, Mr. Quillen, Mr. Sundquist, and Mr. Tanner) introduced the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To designate the months of October 1993 and October 1994 as ``Country Music Month''. Whereas country music derives its roots from the folk songs of our Nation's workers, captures the spirit of our religious hymns, reflects the sorrow and joy of our traditional ballads, and echoes the drive and soulfulness of rhythm and blues; Whereas country music has played an integral part in our Nation's history, accompanying the growth of our Nation and reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of our people; Whereas country music embodies a spirit of the American people and the deep and genuine feelings individuals experience throughout life; Whereas the distinctively American refrains of country music have been performed for audiences throughout the world, striking a chord deep within the hearts and souls of fans everywhere; and Whereas October 1993 and October 1994 mark, respectively, the twenty-ninth and thirtieth annual observances of Country Music Month: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the months of October 1993 and October 1994 are designated as ``Country Music Month'', and that the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such months with appropriate ceremonies and activities. <all>