Affirming, commemorating, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the enactment of title IX, applauding the increase in educational opportunities available to all individuals, regardless of sex or gender, and recognizing the tremendous amount of work left to be done to further increase those opportunities.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1202

Bill 117 HRES 1202, also known as the Affirming, Commemorating, and Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Enactment of Title IX, is a resolution that recognizes and applauds the progress made in providing equal educational opportunities for individuals regardless of sex or gender. Title IX, which was enacted 50 years ago, has played a crucial role in increasing access to education for all individuals.

The resolution acknowledges the importance of Title IX in breaking down barriers and promoting gender equality in education. It celebrates the strides that have been made in expanding educational opportunities for women and girls, as well as for individuals of all genders. It also highlights the ongoing work that still needs to be done to further increase these opportunities and ensure that all individuals have equal access to education.

Overall, Bill 117 HRES 1202 serves as a reminder of the progress that has been made in promoting gender equality in education, while also recognizing the challenges that still exist. It calls for continued efforts to ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to pursue their educational goals, regardless of their sex or gender.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1202

This resolution (1) recognizes the increase in educational opportunities, including in sports, for women and girls since the passage of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and (2) encourages the Department of Education and the Department of Justice to ensure that students have a safe learning environment by working to ensure schools prevent and respond to discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1202

Bill HRES 1202 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2022. Bill HRES 1202 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2022. Bill HRES 1202's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of June 23, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1202

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1202

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1202

Affirming, commemorating, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the enactment of title IX, applauding the increase in educational opportunities available to all individuals, regardless of sex or gender, and recognizing the tremendous amount of work left to be done to further increase those opportunities.Affirming, commemorating, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the enactment of title IX, applauding the increase in educational opportunities available to all individuals, regardless of sex or gender, and recognizing the tremendous amount of work left to be done to further increase those opportunities.

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