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US Congress 117th Congress
Baseball Diplomacy Act [HB-198]
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To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball.
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United States Anti-Doping Agency Reauthorization Act of 2021 [HB-172]
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To reauthorize the United States Anti-Doping Agency, and for other purposes.
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Protect Women’s Sports Act of 2020 [HB-8932]
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[Sports ]
[Children and Youth ]
Makes it a violation of federal law for a recipient of federal funds who operates, sponsors, or facilitates athletic programs or activities to permit a person whose biological sex at birth is male to participate in an athletic program or activity that is designated for women or girls.
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Collegiate Athlete Compensation Rights Act [S.5003]
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[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
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Permits student athletes to earn compensation for the use of their name, image, or likeness (NIL) and creates a uniform, national framework for NIL compensation. The bill also (1) prohibits certain activities of institutions, boosters, and third-party licensees relating to athlete classification, scholarships, and contracts; and (2) directs the Federal Trade Commission to oversee all activities and approve all rules issued by a private, independent, and nonprofit entity responsible for developing and administering NIL rules concerning student athletes
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Recognizing the 80th birthday of Bruce Jun Fan Lee and the immense and positive impact that his legacy continues to have in creating a bridge between cultures, championing values of self-respect, self-discipline, and tolerance in our Nation, and pioneering and cultivating new and innovative genres of martial arts, representation in media, and guiding philosophies in the United States and around the world. [HR-1236]
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This resolution honors the life and impact of Bruce Jun Fan Lee, a martial arts master and actor and an American success story whose legacy of persistence and honor resonates and inspires millions of citizens and recognizes the importance of his teachings as a catalyst for popular culture and Chinese-American history in the United States.
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US Congress 114th Congress
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the Secondary School Student Athletes' Bill of Rights. [SR-83]
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[Children and Youth ]
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the Secondary School Student Athletes' Bill of Rights. Expresses support for: (1) the principles and values set forth in the Secondary School Student Athletes' Bill of Rights; and (2) secondary schools that have successfully implemented programs, policies, and practices to emphasize and encourage student athlete safety and well-being. Recognizes the importance of proper safety measures, timely medical assessments, and appropriate environmental conditions, and the role that teachers, parents, coaches,
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A resolution honoring Dean Edwards Smith, former head coach for the men's basketball team for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. [SR-79]
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A resolution honoring Dean Edwards Smith, former head coach for the men's basketball team for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Expresses sorrow and regret at the announcement of the death of Dean Edwards Smith.
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A resolution relative to the death of Jerry Tarkanian, former head basketball coach of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. [SR-78]
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A resolution relative to the death of Jerry Tarkanian, former head basketball coach of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Expresses sorrow and regret about the death of Jerry Tarkanian.
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A resolution congratulating the New England Patriots on their victory in Super Bowl XLIX. [SR-63]
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A resolution congratulating the New England Patriots on their victory in Super Bowl XLIX. Congratulates the New England Patriots on their Super Bowl XLIX victory.
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A resolution honoring Arnold Palmer. [SR-605]
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A resolution honoring Arnold Palmer. Honors the life and legacy of Arnold Palmer for his philanthropy, humanitarianism, and contributions to the sport of golf.
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A resolution recognizing and honoring the life of Jose Fernandez. [SR-582]
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A resolution recognizing and honoring the life of Jose Fernandez. Honors the life and accomplishments of Jose Fernandez, a pitcher for the Miami Marlins who died in a boating accident with two of his friends, Emilio Macias and Eduardo Rivero. Offers condolences to their families and friends.
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A resolution honoring the Maine-Endwell Little League Team of Endwell, New York, for the victory of the team in the 2016 Little League World Series. [SR-551]
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A resolution honoring the Maine-Endwell Little League Team of Endwell, New York, for the victory of the team in the 2016 Little League World Series. Congratulates the Maine-Endwell Little League Team on winning the 70th Little League Baseball World Series championship.
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A resolution commemorating the past success of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams and supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2016 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. [SR-543]
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A resolution commemorating the past success of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams and supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2016 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of the Olympic Games, and (2) the athletes of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in their endeavors at the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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A resolution relative to the death of Pat Summitt, head coach emeritus of the University of Tennessee women's basketball team. [SR-516]
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A resolution relative to the death of Pat Summitt, head coach emeritus of the University of Tennessee women's basketball team. Expresses the Senate's sorrow at the announcement of the death of Pat Summitt, head coach emeritus of the University of Tennessee women's basketball team.
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A resolution affirming the importance of title IX, applauding the increase in educational opportunities available to women and girls, and recognizing the tremendous amount of work left to be done to further increase such opportunities. [SR-510]
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A resolution affirming the importance of title IX, applauding the increase in educational opportunities available to women and girls, and recognizing the tremendous amount of work left to be done to further increase such opportunities. Recognizes the increase in educational opportunities, including in sports, for women and girls since the passage of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Commends the work of the Department of Education and the Department of Justice to ensure that students have a safe learning environment by working to ensure
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A resolution congratulating the Cleveland Cavaliers for winning the 2016 National Basketball Association Finals. [SR-509]
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A resolution congratulating the Cleveland Cavaliers for winning the 2016 National Basketball Association Finals. Congratulates the Cleveland Cavaliers for winning the 2016 National Basketball Association Finals.
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A resolution congratulating The Ohio State University football team for winning the 2015 College Football Playoff national championship. [SR-50]
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A resolution congratulating The Ohio State University football team for winning the 2015 College Football Playoff national championship. Congratulates the Ohio State University Buckeyes football team for winning the 2015 College Football Playoff national championship.
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A resolution congratulating the Pittsburgh Penguins for winning the 2016 Stanley Cup hockey championship. [SR-499]
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A resolution congratulating the Pittsburgh Penguins for winning the 2016 Stanley Cup hockey championship. Congratulates the Pittsburgh Penguins for becoming the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup champions.
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A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Gordon "Gordie" Howe. [SR-497]
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A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Gordon "Gordie" Howe. Honors the life and legacy of Gordon "Gordie" Howe for his significant contributions to the sport of hockey and the city of Detroit.
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A resolution honoring the life and achievements of Muhammad Ali. [SR-489]
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A resolution honoring the life and achievements of Muhammad Ali. Honors the life of Muhammad Ali and his achievements as an athlete, philanthropist, and humanitarian.