A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 99

119th Congress

A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day.

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Introduced:Feb 26, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Cory Anthony Booker

Senator

Democratic

NJ

Cosponsors

42

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Summary

This resolution expresses Senate support for the goals of International Womens Day, observed annually on March 8. It recognizes the achievements of women worldwide and supports continued efforts to advance gender equality, womens rights, and womens empowerment across all areas of society.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1391; text: CR S1401)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses Senate support for the goals of International Womens Day, observed annually on March 8. It recognizes the achievements of women worldwide and supports continued efforts to advance gender equality, womens rights, and womens empowerment across all areas of society.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution recognizes Black History Month as an opportunity to reflect on U.S. history and to commemorate the contributions of African Americans. It calls for the United States to (1) honor the contribution of pioneers who helped to ensure its legacy; and (2) move forward as a nation "indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Supports International Womens Day goals
Observed annually on March 8
Recognizes womens achievements worldwide
Supports gender equality efforts
Non-binding expression of Senate support

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

The resolution provides symbolic Senate recognition of womens contributions and ongoing struggles for equality. It joins international observances marking womens rights. The non-binding resolution signals congressional support for gender equality goals.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Congressional tributes

Ethnic studies

Racial and ethnic relations

U.S. history

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

99, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-99