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 103 STAT. 774 PUBLIC LAW 101-129—OCT. 25, 1989 Public Law 101-129 101st Congress Joint Resolution Oct. 25, 1989 rr., • pTT, P arvTr designate the month of October 1989 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 the Nation and reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of our people; Whereas country music embodies a spirit of America and the deep and genuine feelings individuals experience throughout their lives; 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 its fans; and Whereas October 1989 marks the 25th annual observance 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 month of October 1989 is designated as "Country Music Month" and that the Presi- dent is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved October 25, 1989. LEGISLATIVE ffiSTORY—H.J. Res. 401 (S.J. Res. 196): CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 135 (1989): Oct. 3, considered and passed House. Oct. 6, considered and passed Senate.

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