Passed on 2026-09-17
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 862
A resolution 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.
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Introduced 2026-09-17Topic: governance ethics · education · social servicesSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution mourns the death of Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, 2026, at age 80, and extends condolences to her family, friends, and the people of Tennessee. It honors her life and her work in music, songwriting, education, childhood literacy, health care, medical research, disaster relief, conservation, and philanthropy. It recognizes The Dollywood Foundation and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, and it encourages people in the United States to honor her memory through charity and service. The resolution is a statement of the Senate and does not create new programs or spend money.
Sponsors
- Marsha Blackburn Republican sponsor
- 22 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-17 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800) | |
| 2026-09-17 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800) | floor pass |