Miss America Cassie Donegan attended The Congressional Record 2026 in Washington, D.C., a bipartisan evening celebrating the unifying power of music, arts, and arts education. 🎶✨
Bringing together members of Congress, professional musicians, and advocates from across the country, the evening highlighted how music continues to inspire, connect, and create lasting impact across communities and generations.
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Last night, Federation staff (Phoebe and Robin) attended Congressional Record 2026, an annual bipartisan event at the US Capitol that celebrates the positive impact that music and arts education and cultural preservation have on all communities and showcases the musical talents of members of Congress.
The Federation was proud to be a sponsor of this unifying event.
Pictured:
Federation President Phoebe Stein and Americans for the Arts CEO Erin Harkey. @americans4arts
Federation President Phoebe Stein and Government and External Relations Manager Robin Hwang
Representatives Jared Huffman (CA), Becca Balint (VT), and Sean Casten (IL) perform together.
Congressman Mark Messner (IN) on the trumpet.
Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL) on the drums.
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NAMM is proud to sponsor this year’s bipartisan Congressional Record music event on Capitol Hill, as part of our 20th DC Advocacy Fly-In.
Music industry leaders from across the country are gathering to champion policies that support music making and expand access to music education nationwide. Members of Congress from both parties are taking the stage, including members of the Congressional Musicians Caucus and Congressional Arts Caucus, to celebrate the unifying power of America’s musical heritage.
This evening serves as a reminder that music brings people together, and its impact reaches far beyond the stage. #NAMMFlyIn #NAMM #CongressionalRecord
At last year’s Congressional Record event, Congressman Lloyd Doggett of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas spoke about the importance of fostering inclusion and ensuring all children have access to arts education and music. A heartfelt thank you to JDB Entertainment Global for their continued support of the arts and for helping make moments like these possible. Guided by a vision to build cultural bridges, unite nations creatively, and strengthen relationships globally through the power of music, JDB Entertainment Global is committed to opening doors of opportunity for artists everywhere through music and the arts. Please join us on May 13, 2026, for this year’s Congressional Record event as we continue advancing access to music for all.
We’re excited to share a special moment from last year’s Congressional Record featuring Rep. Jared Huffman performing “The Weight.” A sincere thank you to SONA for their sponsorship and support for the arts and in helping bring these memorable performances to life. Join us on May 13th for this year’s Congressional Record event.
We’re excited to share a special clip from last year’s Congressional Record featuring Rep. Darren Soto, performing “Treasure Island”. A sincere thank you to RIAA for their support of the arts and helping make moments like these possible. Make sure to join us on May 13th for this year’s Congressional Record event.
We’re proud to share a powerful moment from the Congressional Record highlighting the importance of music and arts education, and the vital role the arts play in strengthening our communities and inspiring the next generation. Set at the U.S. Capitol, this event showcases the transformative power of the arts at the heart of our democracy. A sincere thank you to the National Association of Music Merchants for their partnership and support in making moments like these possible. Join us on May 13th for this year’s Congressional Record event as we continue celebrating and advocating for access to the arts for all.
We could not be more excited to welcome Rep. Becca Balint back to the Congressional Record stage on May 13th. A sincere thank you to SCL for their support in the arts and for making gatherings like these possible. We look forward to welcoming more musical talents from Congress at the 2026 Congressional Record event.
We're setting the record straight... EVERY state has its unique musical contribution to the American story, and we're here to make them known. 🎶📍🇺🇸 🤝 Midstory is hitting the stage with @cong_record — alongside amazing partners like the @smithsonian and @america250 — to bring you a curated look at our rich musical heritage, state by state. This bipartisan event returns to Capitol Hill in 2026, showcasing how music and the arts create space for connection, cooperation, and common purpose. Come for the sets, stay for the stories. See you in D.C.!
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We’re grateful to Congressman Morgan McGarvey for his appearance on the Congressional Record stage last year, where he performed “Man of Constant Sorrow.” We look forward to more moments like these at Congressional Record on May 13th, 2026, thanks to Fidelity’s support for the arts.
Music education has a powerful advocate in NAMM, and a powerful stage on Capitol Hill. We're honored to partner with NAMM and President & CEO John Mlynczak for Congressional Record 2026, where the belief that every child deserves access to music comes to life.
Sponsor Spotlight: Americans for the Arts
From local stages to national policy, Americans for the Arts is at the forefront of amplifying the impact of the arts. Through advocacy, convening leaders, and research, their work empowers artists, inspires communities, and ensures creativity remains a vital force in civic life. We’re thrilled to have their support for this year’s Congressional Record.
