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118TH CONGRESS 

1ST SESSION S. RES. 322 

Commemorating the life, legacy, and entertainment career of Tony Bennett. 

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 

JULY 27, 2023 

Mr. SCHUMER (for himself, Mr. CORNYN, and Mr. REED) submitted the 

following resolution; which was considered and agreed to 

RESOLUTION 

Commemorating the life, legacy, and entertainment career 

of Tony Bennett. 

Whereas Tony Bennett, born Anthony Dominick Benedetto, 

on August 3, 1926, was an iconic singer, performer, and 

artist who made significant contributions to the world of 

music and entertainment throughout an illustrious career; 

Whereas the unparalleled talent, exceptional vocal range, and 

soulful renditions of the timeless classics of Tony Bennett 

touched the hearts of millions of people around the globe, 

leaving an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of the 

United States; 

Whereas the dedication to craft, tireless pursuit of excellence, 

and unwavering commitment to preserving the Great 

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colades, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Kennedy Center 

honor, and the distinction of being a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master; 

Whereas philanthropic efforts by Tony Bennett, which included support for arts education and humanitarian 

causes, exemplified the compassionate spirit of Tony Bennett and a commitment to making the world a better 

place; 

Whereas Tony Bennett was a native son of Astoria, Queens, 

a community that was always close to his heart, where 

he helped to found the Frank Sinatra High School of the 

Arts; 

Whereas the devotion of Tony Bennett to this country was 

evident during service in the United States Army during 

World War II in France and Germany; 

Whereas Tony Bennett was a lifelong champion of civil 

rights, using music to develop a platform to speak out vociferously against racism and discrimination; 

Whereas Tony Bennett marched with Harry Belafonte in the 

historic Selma-to-Montgomery marches, standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to demand equality and 

justice for all; and 

Whereas the musical legacy of Tony Bennett not only enriched the lives of fans but also served as an inspiration 

to countless aspiring artists, encouraging these artists to 

pursue dreams and strive for greatness: Now, therefore, 

be it 

1 Resolved, That the Senate— 

2 (1) uses August 3, 2023, to commemorate the 

3 birth of this legendary artist, a day which marks not 


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1 only the passing of another year, but also an oppor2 tunity to celebrate an extraordinary life and the im3 pact Tony Bennett has had on the United States 

4 and the world; 

5 (2) proclaims August 3, 2023, as ‘‘Tony Ben6 nett Day’’ across the country, urging all citizens to 

7 join together in honoring this extraordinary man and 

8 the tremendous contributions to the arts and society; 

9 and 

10 (3) calls upon educational institutions, commu11 nity organizations, and the people of the United 

12 States to participate in events and activities that cel13 ebrate the music, career, and philanthropy of Tony 

14 Bennett, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts 

15 and the role the arts play in enriching the lives of 

16 the people of the United States. 

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