Senate Simple Resolution 291
116th Congress(2019-2020)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Federation Internationale de Football Association should immediately eliminate gender pay inequity and treat all athletes with the same respect and dignity.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Jul 30, 2019
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
291
Congress
116
Policy Area
Sports and Recreation
Sports and Recreation
Primary focus of measure is youth, amateur, and professional athletics; outdoor recreation; sports and recreation facilities. Measures concerning recreation areas may fall under Public Lands and Natural Resources policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This resolution urges (1) the Federation Internationale de Football Association to eliminate gender pay inequity and treat all athletes with respect and dignity; and (2) all other local, state, federal, and international organizations to eliminate gender pay inequity.
The resolution expresses support for an end to gender pay inequity in the workplace, including athletic competitions.
July 30, 2019
07/30/2019
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5200-5201; text: CR S5200)
07/30/2019
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 1:50:18 PM