A concurrent resolution recognizing the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and the Nation.

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Bill Number

SCONRES 149

Introduced

Oct 3, 2002

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9912)

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Topics

Baseball Black athletes Commemorations Congress Congressional tributes Minorities Professional sports Sports and Recreation

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Summary

Recognizes the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and the Nation. Encourages Major League Baseball in 2002 to reach a fair compensation agreement with former players of the Negro Baseball Leagues who were excluded under Major League Baseball's 1997 pension plan.

Actions

Oct 3, 2002

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9912)
Oct 3, 2002

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9912-9913)
Oct 3, 2002

Introduced in Senate

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