H.R. 617Passed one chamberFamily & community
Bill would add music tourism to federal travel promotion duties
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 617 makes music tourism an official federal promotion focus, with progress reports due to Congress every two years.45-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 617 amends the Visit America Act to add "music tourism" as an official focus area for federal tourism promotion. The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism would identify music-related sites and events, like historic sites, museums, studios, venues, and festivals, and promote travel to them for domestic and international visitors. It also requires a report to Congress every two years on progress, and formally defines "music tourism" in federal law.
Who does it affect?
This affects the federal tourism promotion office, state and local tourism boards, and music-and-travel industry businesses like venues, festivals, and hotels. Communities known for music heritage, such as jazz, country, blues, or rock history, are also affected.
Why does it matter?
The bill changes the responsibilities and reporting duties of an existing federal office rather than creating new programs, which could shift how music destinations are promoted and tracked nationally.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the House and now goes to the Senate. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
American Music Tourism Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- January 22, 2025
- Latest action:
- April 29, 2025
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 59.
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