Recognizing the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the "National Museum of Pop Culture".

Bill: 118-hres-1318
Sponsor: full_name: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Introduced: 2024-06-25
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Latest action: action_date: 2024-06-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Summaries:
action_date: 2024-06-25
action_desc: Introduced in House
text: <p>This resolution recognizes the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the National Museum of Pop Culture.</p>

tv_txt: IV 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1318 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 25, 2024 Ms. Jayapal submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources RESOLUTION Recognizing the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the National Museum of Pop Culture .

Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, is the flagship museum in the United States dedicated to the preservation and scholarship of pop culture and pop culture history; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture acknowledges the universal language of pop culture and its ability to challenge society to uplift voices, inspire generations, and challenge societal paradigms; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture explores the dynamic force of pop culture and how it shapes our perspective and conversations by delving into iconic moments, trends, creators, and creations that leave a lasting mark on our collective consciousness and the profound impact of pop culture on our lives; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture’s meticulous and dedicated efforts transcend traditional notions of museum-worthiness, actively preserving the history of pop culture and honoring narratives that challenge established stories; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture, through scholarship and shared expertise, catalyzes a new understanding of the significance of pop culture, contributing to a broader and more inclusive perspective; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture pays tribute to how pop culture has shaped many different forms of creative expression, from fashion, music, visual art, television, film, and more; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture proudly celebrates and preserves one of the world’s largest collections of pop culture artifacts and oral histories, including several of the largest collections of artifacts related to hip-hop, science fiction, Jimi Hendrix, and the original Star Trek , recognizing pop culture as a cultural art form with global significance; Whereas the Museum of Pop Culture serves as a unique and valuable resource locally and nationwide in expanding knowledge of the importance of pop culture and pop culture history and its impact globally; and Whereas it is appropriate to designate the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the National Museum of Pop Culture : Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the National Museum of Pop Culture .