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H.RES.1409: Recognizing the great strides made by the majority of countries participating in the Summer Olympic Games to increase the participation of women in sports and in the Summer Olympic Games, calling on the International Olympic Committee and all countries to
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Aug. 1, 2008
- Latest Major Action Aug. 1, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the great strides made by the majority of competing countries to increase the participation of women in the Summer Olympic Games and in sports. Applauds countries with policies that enable women's participation in sports to coexist with traditional cultural and religious practices.Urges: (1) the International Olympic Committee to advocate for improved opportunities for women to participate in sports and to work with all countries to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| Aug. 1, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) |