Expressing the sense of the Congress supporting music education and Music in Our Schools Month.

House Concurrent Resolution 343 is a bipartisan measure intended to formally recognize the importance of music education in American schools and designate March 2002 as "Music in Our Schools Month." The resolution expresses official congressional support for music teachers and encourages further scientific research into how music education aids the brain development of children. While this resolution does not provide new funding or create new laws, it serves as a formal endorsement of music programs as a vital part of a complete academic curriculum.