Who it affects
- Dolly Parton’s family and loved ones
- People of Tennessee
- The Dollywood Foundation
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Passed the SenateArts and cultureCommunity service
Senate tribute to Dolly Parton
S.Res. 862 · Resolution · Introduced Sept. 17, 2026
This bill would honor Dolly Parton’s life and contributions, offer condolences to her family and Tennessee residents, and encourage Americans to follow her example of service.
At a glance
Where it stands
Passed the Senate
How South Carolina voted
No recorded votes yet.
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What it would do
- The resolution would express the Senate’s mourning and offer condolences to Dolly Parton’s family, friends, and Tennessee residents.
- It would recognize her contributions to music, education, health care, disaster relief, conservation, and charity.
- It would recognize The Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library for their work with children and families.
- It would encourage Americans to honor her memory through kindness, charity, and community service.
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How South Carolina voted
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Groups that lobbied on it and gave to SC's members
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Official record
Official title, sponsor and status
- Official title
- A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.
- Sponsor
- Sen. Blackburn, Marsha (R-TN)
- Introduced
- Sept. 17, 2026
- Cosponsors
- 22
- Committees
- Not yet referred
- Latest action
- Sept. 17, 2026 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800)
Official summary from the Congressional Research Service
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