A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 1, 2023, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.

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Summary of Bill SRES 24

Bill 118 sres 24 is a resolution that aims to support the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 1, 2023. 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. It also acknowledges the barriers that girls and women may face in accessing sports programs and calls for continued efforts to promote gender equity in sports. Overall, the resolution seeks to honor the accomplishments of female athletes and inspire future generations of girls and women to pursue their athletic dreams.

Congressional Summary of SRES 24

This resolution supports observing National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 1, 2023, 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 24

Bill SRES 24 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2023. Bill SRES 24 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2023. Bill SRES 24's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S210-211) as of February 1, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 24

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Sports and Recreation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 24

A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 1, 2023, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.