119th Congress
S.Res. 862

Honors the life and legacy of Dolly Parton

The Senate marks the death of singer and philanthropist Dolly Parton and recognizes her music career and her charity work in literacy, health care, disaster relief and conservation.

  • Notes she died August 25, 2026, at age 80
  • Credits her book program that mails free books to children from birth to age 5
  • Cites her foundation giving over $12 million to families after 2016 Tennessee wildfires
  • Recognizes over $2 million given for relief after Hurricane Helene in 2024

Adopted by the Senate

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