Honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.

This resolution states that the U.S. House of Representatives mourns the death of Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, 2026, at age 80, and extends condolences to her family and the people of Tennessee. It describes her music career and charitable work, including the Dollywood Foundation, the Imagination Library book program, donations to hospitals and medical research, wildfire and hurricane relief, and bald eagle conservation. The resolution formally recognizes these contributions and encourages people in the United States to honor her memory through charity and community service. It does not create any law, program, or spending.

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Sponsors

• Diana Harshbarger Republican sponsor
• 8 cosponsors