The American Music Tourism Act directs the Commerce Department to identify and promote U.S. music destinations and events for both domestic and international travelers. It also expands federal tourism promotion to include rural areas, sports events, and large conferences, with reports to Congress every two years.
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American Music Tourism Act of 2025 is a Senate bill waiting for floor action. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 59.
Latest action on H.R. 617: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 59.
Who this affects: This bill affects a wide range of people and organizations connected to music, tourism, and local economies across the country.
Why this matters: Music is deeply woven into American identity, and this bill signals that the federal government sees music tourism as an economic opportunity worth promoting. How much it actually helps depends on funding and execution.
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Officially: American Music Tourism Act of 2025
The American Music Tourism Act directs the Commerce Department to identify and promote U.S. music destinations and events for both domestic and international travelers. It also expands federal tourism promotion to include rural areas, sports events, and large conferences, with reports to Congress every two years.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend H.R.617. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Senate Review
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Latest: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 59. (4/29/2025)
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Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to American Music Tourism Act of 2025, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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