Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2023, as national "Chuck Brown Day", and honoring his contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

HRES 662 is a non-binding resolution supporting the designation of August 22, 2023, as National Chuck Brown Day to honor his contributions as the "Godfather of Go-Go" and his role in shaping the District of Columbia's musical identity. It recognizes Chuck Brown as a key architect of the go-go music genre, which blends funk, soul, and Latin rhythms, and acknowledges his decades-long influence on D.C. culture through 22 studio albums and hits like "Bustin’ Loose." The resolution highlights his advocacy for D.C. statehood and his legacy as a cultural icon celebrated locally through named streets and parks.