US SR492 | 2019-2020 | 116th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 18-2-1)
Status: Introduced on February 5 2020 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2020-02-05 - Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S944)
Pending: Senate Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

This resolution supports (1) observing National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 5, 2020, to recognize (1) the female athletes who represent schools, universities, and the United States in their athletic pursuits; and (2) the vital role that the people of the United States have in empowering girls and women in sports. The resolution supports (1) marking the observation of such day with legislative efforts to ensure equal pay for female athletes and to protect young athletes from sexual abuse; and (2) efforts to promote equality in sports, including equal pay and equal access to athletic opportunities for girls and women, and to support the U.S. commitment to expanding athletic participation for all girls and future generations of women athletes.

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Title

A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 5, 2020, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.

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History

DateChamberAction
2020-02-05SenateReferred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S944)

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