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S.RES.223: A resolution designating March 8, 2002, as "International Women's Day".
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 8, 2002
- Latest Major Action March 8, 2002
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
37 (26 Democrats, 1 Independent, 11 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Designates March 8, 2002, as International Women's Day.Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to ending discrimination and violence against women, ensuring their safety and welfare, and pursuing policies that guarantee their basic rights both in the United States and in the world.Calls upon the U.S. people to observe International Women's Day with appropriate programs and activities.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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| March 8, 2002 |
Introduced in the Senate by Joseph R. Biden Jr. (D-Del.) |