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A resolution supporting the designation of the week of June 18 through June 24, 2023, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary of the enactment of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the growth of women's sports.

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Summary of Bill SRES 267

Bill 118 SRES 267 is a resolution that aims to designate the week of June 18 through June 24, 2023, as "National Women's Sports Week." This week is intended to celebrate the anniversary of the enactment of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex discrimination in educational programs and activities, including sports.

The resolution recognizes the significant impact that Title IX has had on the growth of women's sports in the United States. It acknowledges the strides that have been made in providing opportunities for women and girls to participate in sports at all levels, from youth leagues to professional organizations.

By designating a specific week to celebrate women's sports, the resolution aims to raise awareness of the importance of gender equality in athletics and to encourage continued support for women's sports programs. It also highlights the achievements of female athletes and the positive impact that sports can have on the lives of women and girls. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 267 is a non-partisan effort to recognize and celebrate the contributions of women in sports and to promote gender equality in athletics.

Congressional Summary of SRES 267

This resolution supports observing National Women's Sports Week as the week of June 18-June 24, 2023, to recognize the expansion of opportunities for female athletes since the enactment of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and marks the observance of such week with appropriate programs and activities and legislative efforts to protect single-sex sports.

Current Status of Bill SRES 267

Bill SRES 267 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill SRES 267 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023.  Bill SRES 267's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2237) as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 267

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
22
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 267

Primary Policy Focus

Sports and Recreation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 267

A resolution supporting the designation of the week of June 18 through June 24, 2023, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary of the enactment of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the growth of women's sports.
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of June 18 through June 24, 2023, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary of the enactment of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the growth of women's sports.

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