Signal US Congress Passes American Music Tourism Act, Sends to President's Desk

Summary

The US House of Representatives passed the American Music Tourism Act by voice vote, matching the version the Senate had already approved. The enrolled bill has been finalized and is still awaiting the president's signature. The law directs the Commerce Department's National Travel and Tourism Office to identify and promote the nation's major music-related destinations, including festivals, venues, studios and museums, both domestically and abroad, with a progress report due to Congress one year after enactment. Senator Marsha Blackburn led the effort in the Senate, while Representatives Diana Harshbarger and Nanette Barragan led it in the House. Once signed, the music-tourism promotion policy will take full effect.