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A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 7, 2024, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.

3/7/2024, 9:08 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 542

Bill 118 sres 542 is a resolution that aims to support the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 7, 2024. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports. The resolution recognizes the importance of providing equal opportunities for girls and women to participate in sports and highlights the benefits of sports participation for physical and mental health, leadership development, and academic success.

The resolution emphasizes the need to address barriers that prevent girls and women from fully participating in sports, such as lack of access to facilities, gender stereotypes, and unequal funding for women's sports programs. It also calls for increased investment in girls' and women's sports programs to ensure equal opportunities for all athletes.

Overall, Bill 118 sres 542 seeks to promote gender equality in sports and encourage the continued advancement of girls and women in the world of athletics. By supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day," the resolution aims to inspire future generations of female athletes and celebrate the accomplishments of women in sports.

Congressional Summary of SRES 542

This resolution supports observing National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 7, 2024, to recognize (1) all women 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 build on the success of the Equal Pay for Team USA Act of 2022 and ensure equal pay for female athletes and to protect and uphold title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 so that future generations of athletes will not have to experience inequitable and unfair treatment; and (2) efforts to promote gender equity 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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Current Status of Bill SRES 542

Bill SRES 542 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2024. Bill SRES 542 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 5, 2024.  Bill SRES 542's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of February 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 542

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 542

Primary Policy Focus

Sports and Recreation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 542

A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 7, 2024, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.
A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 7, 2024, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 542

Laphonza R. Butler
Laphonza R. Butler
CaliforniaDemocrat
Jeanne Shaheen
Jeanne Shaheen
New HampshireDemocrat
Jacky Rosen
Jacky Rosen
NevadaDemocrat
Patty Murray
Patty Murray
WashingtonDemocrat
Mazie K. Hirono
Mazie K. Hirono
HawaiiDemocrat

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