United States Olympic Committee Paralympic Program Act of 2008

Bill 110 hr 4255, also known as the United States Olympic Committee Paralympic Program Act of 2008, was introduced in the US Congress to support and promote the participation of athletes with physical disabilities in the Paralympic Games. The bill aimed to enhance the United States' presence in the Paralympic movement and ensure that athletes with disabilities have the necessary resources and support to compete at the highest level.

The key provisions of the bill included establishing a Paralympic Advisory Committee within the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) to advise on matters related to the Paralympic program, providing funding for training and competition expenses for Paralympic athletes, and promoting public awareness and education about the Paralympic Games.

Additionally, the bill sought to improve coordination between the USOC and other organizations involved in the Paralympic movement, such as the International Paralympic Committee, to ensure that American athletes with disabilities have the opportunity to compete on a global stage. Overall, the United States Olympic Committee Paralympic Program Act of 2008 aimed to support and empower athletes with physical disabilities, promote inclusivity in sports, and strengthen the United States' presence in the Paralympic movement.