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.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 24

119th Congress

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.

In Committee

Introduced:Jan 14, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Tom Cotton

Senator

Republican

AR

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

This resolution supports the observation of National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 1, 2023. The day celebrates the achievements of female athletes and raises awareness about the importance of sports participation for girls and women. The resolution recognizes the progress made in womens sports since Title IX and encourages continued efforts to promote equal opportunities and recognition for female athletes at all levels of competition.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S140)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution supports the observation of National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 1, 2023. The day celebrates the achievements of female athletes and raises awareness about the importance of sports participation for girls and women. The resolution recognizes the progress made in womens sports since Title IX and encourages continued efforts to promote equal opportunities and recognition for female athletes at all levels of competition.

Last updated: 1/4/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

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Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates February 1, 2023 as National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Celebrates achievements of female athletes across all sports and levels
Raises awareness about importance of sports participation for girls and women
Recognizes progress since Title IX in expanding opportunities for female athletes
Encourages continued support for gender equity in athletics

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

For female athletes: Recognition and celebration of their contributions to sports. For sports organizations: Encouragement to promote gender equity programs. For schools and colleges: Reminder of Title IX obligations and womens sports importance. For young girls: Inspiration to participate in athletics and pursue athletic dreams. For the public: Increased awareness of womens sports achievements and ongoing challenges.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Subjects

Correctional facilities and imprisonment

Criminal procedure and sentencing

Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Violent crime

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

24, 119th Congress (2025). "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.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-24