To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, an American icon, in recognition of a remarkable life devoted to championing equal rights for all, in sports and in society.

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Bill Number

HR 1831

Introduced

Mar 28, 2023

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Topics

Athletes Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Congressional tributes Professional sports Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination Women's rights

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Summary

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King in recognition of her courageous and groundbreaking leadership in advancing equal rights for women in athletics, education, and society.

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Mar 28, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Mar 28, 2023

Introduced in House

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