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- H.R.6944
H.R.6944: To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.
About This Bill
- Introduced May 19, 2020
- Latest Major Action May 19, 2020
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Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
20 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 19, 2020
Bill Summary
This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King in recognition of her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 19, 2020 |
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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| May 19, 2020 |
Introduced in the House by Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.) |